Windows 10: Skype - conflicting advice from MS

Skype for a W10 Desktop PC.

There are 2 versions of Skype for a W10 desktop PC. The classic Skype for Desktop (currently ver 8.29.0.50) and Skype for Windows 10 (currently ver 12.1815.210.0).

Microsoft appears to have conflicting views on which is the correct option as both are recommended as "...the recommended version for a W10 desktop....". Hmmm..... say that again...*Sad

Perhaps a more learned Member of this Forum could provide advice which is less confusing than that provided by MS.

T.

:)

 

Skype?

As this is a now quite established messenger system of sorts perhaps a Skype feature for people skype names so perhaps some real time problem solving/discussions could be mounted?
Just a wee suggestion.
What does everyone else think?

 

skype doesn't closing even after clicking "Quit skype"

Hi Ashok,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community, we appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

I understand the inconvenience that you are unable to close Skype app on your computer, we will help you with this issue.

I suggest you to uninstall and re-install the latest version of Skype on your device and check.

Method 1: Remove the earlier versions of the Skype and then install the latest version.

Step 1: Uninstall Skype from the Start Screen:

• 
  On the Start screen, type
  Skype.
  
• 
  From the list select Skype and right click on it.
  
• 
  You will get different options on the screen .Select
  Uninstall.
  

Step 2: You can also uninstall a program from the Control Panel:

• 
  Press Windows + x key to open a task list from the bottom left corner of the screen.
  
• 
  Select Control Panel. Click on
  Programs.
  
• 
  Select Programs and Features.
  
• 
  Double click on Skype and follow the onscreen instructions.
  

Refer the below link to download the Skype app for the devices:

Download Skype | Free calls | Chat app



Hope this information is helpful. Kindly update with the status of this issue, we will be happy to assist you better.

 

Skype

Hi Tony,

This issue might have been caused by a software conflict. For us to isolate the issue, we would like to know which
version of Skype you are using. Is it
Skype for Windows 10 or Skype for Windows Desktop?

In the meantime, we suggest that you uninstall and reinstall your Skype app
and check if it will show on the list of apps that can use your camera.

We will wait for your response.