Skype User issues

For some reason I cant seem to get the router to allow me to use my cam on Skype and other chat sites.

We have similar problems with new install of Comcast/Xfinity, network lacks consistency. Skype disconnects at odd intervals the remote TV freezes, picxilates then recovers. Pings seem to be OK save the occasional lost packet. Apparently the network times out and retries all to frequently.  Calls for support are met with long hold times, and a vague insinuation the problem is with our local network not a comcast problem per support elves.  Before the cable install I decided to keep my original ISP (DSL) Internet and run parallel for a month or so. Glad I did, when switch back to DSL and the Skype problem clears up. No further comment from comcast elves.   

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    hi everyone,
    I thought Skype users using Archlinux might want to have a look at a technology Microsoft Corporation has patented on June 23 2011, that will possibly end up in skype and potentially would allow viewing of conversations using subversive techniques that abuse networking protocols to allow your conversations to be routed to a recording agent. (ie: Digital wire-tapping) Microsoft, Government and law enforcement can make use of this new technology to view/monitor/record your calls. this potentially will affect not only skype users, but any VoIP platform that Microsoft supports/develops. (ie: Xbox 360, Office 365 too)
    here is a link to the article;
    http://softwarefreedom.org/blog/2011/jun/29/Office-365/
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    here is a link to the Patent in question, itself;
    http://appft1.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Par … 0110153809
    the SFLC also has a link to this patent in their blog... If you have a look at the patent itself, it's pretty clear what the plan entails, and isn't overly difficult to read through.
    Myself, i am not impressed with this news, and won't be using skype at all ever again, at home or at work, period. ~ Part of the reason for posting (aside from to share this news with those who are unaware) - i will be looking for a more secure free-alternative. If any Archers have advice on a good VoIP client for linux, by all means - feel free to post
    also, i'd like to hear other Archer's opinions on the matter!
    NOTE: ****Let's keep this conversation clean, if you have opinions on the matter as per the moderators request; No Microsoft bashing, attacking governments, etc. and/or drawing conclusions that may not be factual ie: stick to the forum guidelines - by opinions that isn't what i meant. i was more interested if any of you think that there are valid concerns to be discussed***
    Last edited by triplesquarednine (2011-07-11 04:19:48)

    Blµb wrote:
    Personally I wasn't a fan of skype anyway. I understand that what really makes it that successful is the phone-calling.
    From my point of view: I don't care about calling phones, since I never ever ever EVER use up the free minutes I have on my phone anyway. And I really prefer teamspeak 3 / gtalk with voip support, etc.
    I currently refuse to add anybody in skype, and tell them to get jabber instead. If they have an android phone they *most likely* have a gtalk account anyway. (almost certainly actually...) (- and that works well together with "regular" jabber)
    Also I'd really like to point out that "M$ probably doesn't care about us {playing <insert game>,talking about <insert topic here>}" is NOT a valid argument FOR allowing them to be ABLE to spy on you!,
    which btw. is the only thing people I talk to seem to respond with...
    I'm also not really a fan of skype. At work we use it, and because of that at home i have had to have it as well. Not only that, but i also do a bit of contracted work (here and there) for another company ~ whom relies on skype. everyone works from home, and we essentially have a virtual-office space over skype.  My 'main' employer is in Germany right now, and once the IT department can get him to sign off on it, we will be replacing Skype with something else (we already know he is not going to be impressed with this skype news. He already pushed a corporate mandate down that we will never be migrating to Office365 either, being as we see absolutely no logic in having microsoft host all of our internal data on their servers/ the cloud. <-  it's bad idea in general.
    I whole heartedly agree with your last statement about the gaming perspective. whether they care about who's playing X game, talking about Y topic, is completely besides the point. for me, the concerns tend to be centered around a few issues i see:
    1. invasion of privacy - which applies to both individuals, groups, and businesses.
    2. creating a backdoor in their implementations of VoIP, creates more possibilities for exploitation by 3rd parties... which could have number of ill-effects.
    3. who is to say that this technology won't be abused?  (and not necessarily by microsoft, but in general). it's not a stretch of the imagination, to think of ways this might apply. ~ a couple quick examples, which have nothing to do with MS, nor this technology or any particular group specifically, but instead looking at how people have behaved throughout history in in general, would be ... look how airports were doing racial profiling post 9/11.  or how way back when in the 50's the US GOV't targeted anyone who they suspected was a communist ~ from the average Joe, to folk singers, politicians, to movie stars. Most of whom, actually had nothing to do with communism, but there political views didn't gel with the government at the time. they were demonized.. i just feel this technology isn't good for society in general and 'could' create a conflict of interest... I'm not saying something of this nature 'WILL' happen, but the possibly for abuse is there, ya know?
    and besides all of that, this whole situation just creates a lot of distrust, it's very invasive, and should be considered malware (because it is).
    ..maybe i'll check out teamspeak / gtalk - thanks for the tip. I've heard of both, but yours is the first review i have heard (which is helpful, so thanks!)
    take care and thanks for your own insights on the matter, it is appreciated!

  • Lync2010-Skype Integration Issue

    Hi, 
    I am able to add Skype (MSA) in Lync and Skype user gets a notification. Once added, the Lync-Skype integration (presence, IM and calls) seems to be working fine.  
    However, if a Skype user try to search Lync URI, Skype returns no results found. It means, only Lync user can initiate a request to add Skype user into contact list.
    Any suggestion, why Skype is not able to find Lync URIs?
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    Hi,
    As mentioned before, PIC provisioning process is completed successfully. I can add
    Skype user, we have communication - 
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  • Lync user calls a Skype user and call fails

    Dear Expert,
    Please help to confirm the message below about Lync user and Skype, is it correct or not?
    3) Lync user calls a Skype user and call fails
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    http://www.supertintin.com/blog/record-skype-calls/troubleshoot-skype-lync-connectivity
    Thank you

    No, it isn't correct info. Because integration between skype and Lync work successfully in call and IM
    Also you can refer below link
    http://blogs.technet.com/b/lync/archive/2013/05/23/lync-skype-connectivity-available-today.aspx
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  • Skype Federation issues

    Hi 
    I have a Lync Server 2013 deployment with Skype Federation enabled. Lync and Skype users cannot IM each other however Skype users can make a voice call to Lync users successfully.
    The Access Edge is secured by a public SSL certificate.
    Any thoughts?

    Hi,
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    Please double check the Edge ports with the help of the link below:
    https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/jj618373.aspx
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  • Touchpad Skype login issues

    Hi!
    I am able to add the skype account to my touchpad, but I have the following issues and questions:
    - in the messaging app I can not get online with my skype account:
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          - otherwise I see that the app tries to login, but nothing happens
    - I do not know how to set me online in skype so that other skype users see me online and can call me with voice/video
    - where can I see which Skype friends are online for a voice/video call?
    Hope someone can help.
    Post relates to: HP TouchPad (WiFi)

    Similar issue.  I've been able to add a Skype account to the TouchPad (32 GB), but have not been able to get it to log into the service to test.
    When accessing through the Messaging tab, I attempt to make the account "Available", but the system just cycles through "Signing In" and then switches back to an offline status.  No error message - nada.
    I swapped out the first Skype account with a second account, and still no success.  I've been able to log in through my PC to Skype on both of these accounts to confirm ID/passwords are not a factor.
    Any ideas out there?
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  • Scam or not a scam from skype user: skype promo?

    I received the message below from someone with skype id:  skype promo
    I would assume that Skype restricts the use of "*skype*" within skype ids to employees.
    Or, is Skype about to solve my financial woes?  I can't wait to find out.
    Dear Skype user, we are glad to inform you that your profile was selected as one lucky winners of the 2012 Skype ANNIVERSARY PROMO. The promo draws was conducted today in which your profile emerged as one of the lucky winners of the great prize of Seven Hundred And Fifty Thousand (GBP) To make claims of your winning prize. send this code STAG-786578LK-JJJ To Skype company
    Email: [email protected]
    phone: +*edited for privacy*
    Congratulations once again from the entire management and staff of SKYPE Corporation
    SINCERELY,
    Dr. Smith Walters.
    Claims Agent .
    Solved!
    Go to Solution.

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  • How do I use face time to work with Skype users?

    How do I use facetime to teleconferfence with skype users ? or do I need a skype account ?

    FaceTime can not communicate with Skype users. You will need to download Skype.

  • New computer and new skype user, new norton user -...

    new computer and new skype user, new norton user-Norton keeps asking me if I want to allow all these different computers-all I have is a list of numbers so I dont know who they are or what it is about. I let one in to experiement but there doesnt seem to be anyone trying to call me .Who are these people/computers? What happens if I allow/dont allow them.? Its happenning frequently and I'm worried it might be hackers. Its probably something obvious but I'd appreciate advice.

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  • Preventing Skype Users Accessing a Toll Free Numbe...

    Is it possible to request from Skype to block Skype users from dialing a specific Toll Free Number?
    I work for a Teleconferencing Company and it seems like Fraudsters are using Skype to dial a Toll Free Number of ours and continually attempt to commit toll fraud on our bridges.
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    "Toll Free" numbers in Australia may not be included in your subscription; Skype Customer Service can clarify this.
    Here is a link to the instruction on how to contact Skype Customer Service via their secure portal: Contact Customer Service
    Here are a few more notes to guide you along the way ...
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    If you are a Skype Premium or other eligible customer, you will be routed to start an instant message chat session with a Customer Service agent.
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  • How do I "call" a skype user using skype name

    Completely new to SKYPE -- how does one call another skype user using the party's skype user name 

    Hi, tdenson, and welcome to the Community,
    Confirming that yes, indeed, you and other contacts must exchange a contact invitation before you can call one another on Skype.  In other words, if you send a contact invitation, the recipient must accept it first.
    More tutorials and details can be found in this FAQ article:
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  • Business Users and Personal Skype user accounts

    Hello
    I would like to know  whether it is possible to call business users to personal skype users.
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  • Monitoring user issued queries...and how long queries have been running.

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  • How to add multiple skype users in Lync 2013?

    Dear Expert,
    I already add skype user but I can only add one by one. How do I add multiple skype users in Lync 2013
    Thank you

    Hi,
    As I konw, there is no native method to add multiple Skype users to Lync 2013 so far.
    Best Regards,
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  • Can I report a skype user member?

    Hello,Please i need your assistance on a skype user member who scamed me USD 4,000 (Four Thaousand United State Dollar) The name of the person is NIKOLAI KUTUZOV with skpe ID GLOBAL INVESTMENT for business ID and NIKOLAI KUTUZOV as personal.Kindly let me have your direct email address so that i can forward all the documents which transact with.
    He gave us sealed contract and asked us to pay for PURCHASING ALLOCATION FEE to the RUSSIAN MINISTRY OF OF OIL AND NATURAL GAS amount to 48,51.70  to be paid by both buyer side and seller side before the Hard copies can be send by DHL to the buyer and he pretended by forwarded to us a bank payment receipt and Invoice from the said ministry that showed seller side payment and he paid USD 40,000 then asked us to USD 8,51.70 and we sent USD to the given account why we asked him to hold on that the buyer representatives will be coming down to Russia with the balace of USD 4,51.70 finalised the contract with them and exchange the hard copies within theirself.
    It was this time he started dribling us.His phone number is xxxxxxxxxxxx but he off the phone now.Please our intention is to transact business legally and make profit then share it together with him but we did not know that he's a scamer.
    Please how can you help us out because we signed NCNDA/IMFPA drafted by INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCER (ICC) This type of a man is not supose to entitled to access skype because is one of the best site to transact business both local and Internatinal.
    Best Regards
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