Skype 7.7 - Fast user switching - Windows XPSP3

When Skype 7.7 (or 7.6) is loaded, Fast user Switching feature of Windows XP SP3 is not working. SCENARIO:
2 Windows users with limited rights (not administrators) are logged-in and using skype 7.7 (different credentials)Try to switch from one to another user without logging-off Windows says it's impossible. Design of login screen is broken.
When I exit from Skype at least at 1 account - fast user switching is back to stable

Windows XP is retired, and has been out of support as of last year.

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