Finally Using Skype

So… I’m a huge fan of Voice over IP (VOIP). Been a Vonage customer for more than four years. Yep, I’m one of those early adopters. And for years I’ve made fun of those who use Skype. I first encountered Skype via my step-siblings. They use it to talk to their friends and family in Korea. And my ex-father-in-law uses it when he’s on business in Asia.

Anyway, the whole thought of talking through my computer seemed pretty lame. I was pretty proud of Vonage because I still used a “real” phone.

Well, I had my first Skype call to China the other day and am hooked. It was so much clearer talking PC to PC via the free service than my Vonage was ever able to achieve. And the other nice thing about it is that I can see who’s available before I call. I can’t wait to have my first video call, now, with my son. I miss his little expressions. So, for those of you not familiar with Skype, give it a try. It really is good stuff. And for those I’ve previously made fun of, I owe you a big apology. ;)

BTW, my skype ID is im2bz2pee. Drop me a call!

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    • EE
    • July 14th, 2007

    You’re such a computer nerd.
    ;)

    I’m excited that you are excited. I think it’s a *great* idea for you and B and for getting in touch w/ business associates.

    I will stick to not answering my land line. *snort*

  2. :) Just think… you could easily talk to your friends in other lands.

  3. My pilot friend that’s over in Ireland right now uses Skype. I’ve looked into it a little but I’m still not sure I understand it 100%. Good to know that you’re now using it.. just in case I decide to play w/ it while S is gone if I get bored! :) I know who to go to for answers!!! :)

  4. Sarah: It’s actually pretty easy to use, just like Yahoo IM. Once you add someone to your contact list, you can just double click the name to make a call. That’s pretty much it.

    But you can always practice using my ID if you’d like. I’d be happy to help anyway I can.

    • EE
    • July 16th, 2007

    Sheesh Mike…back off….we have already established that I lay claim to Sarah. Hello?!
    ;)

    Oh. And no. Something about talking to someone through my computer and with my webcam does not appeal to me… The ideas though that run through my head though…Hmmm… Nah.

  6. :) Ha, ha, ha. Too funny!