Skype Me! : From Single User to Small Enterprise and Beyond

Whether you’re a single user or you manage voice communications for a large enterprise, the inevitable change predicted above by Michael Powell of the FCC has now arrived. Skype Me! provides readers with a complete understanding of the technology behind Skype, walks through the steps for getting connected quickly, and then provides IT professionals with instructions on deploying and securing Skype in the workplace.

*Get through the Basics Painlessly
*Step-by-step instructions get you up and running on Windows, Mac, Pocket PC and Linux devices.
*Create Skype Accounts and Begin Chatting Sign up, become listed in the Skype directory, and begin searching for contacts.
*Transition Existing Services to Skype Plan a process that gradually replaces those services you currently pay for with Skype.
*Expand Skype’s Capabilities with Add-ons See how to add voice mail, SMS text messaging, Outlook integration, Web toolbars, and call forwarding.
*Extend Skype via Its API
*The API itself is divided into two main sections, the Skype Phone API and the Skype Access API.
*Use Skype Away from Your Computer
*No, you don’t need to be at your computer to use Skype. Learn how to connect with your Skype server.
*Deploy Skype in the Workplace
*Create a system design, accommodate SIP and H.323, and roll out security policies.
*Create Business Solutions
*Consider the pros and cons of Skype-based help desks, WiFi phones, and other applications.
*Configure Firewalls and Network Settings
*Make certain that ports, proxy servers, and NAT routers are Skype ready.





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