Skype 4.0 Beta 2 for Windows has been released.

Skype is a tool for online voice communication. It can provide free high-quality voice conversations with other users, allows for domestic and international calls, and has other functions required by IM, such as file transfer and text chatting. You can install it smoothly and get started easily without complicated firewall or router settings.

* Make free calls to any Skype user in the world.

* Make phone calls to ordinary telephones and mobile phones at a very low per-minute rate.

* See the person you're talking to through video calls.

* Send short messages to friends while on the go.

* Set up call forwarding so you never miss the next incoming call.

* Chat with up to 100 people using the group chat function, or talk to up to nine other people with the voice conference option.