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a skype xp problem - Snozzz - 06-04-2014
having had numerous pc catastrophies in recent months i have 'sortof' resurrected an old xp pc . i know it will not take Vista, from the old test as was, and am reluctant to break into my still virginal cd of win7 on a likely fruitless cause just to see if im lucky (an immediate non-starter). so figuring out this problem would be a fantastic (benefit to mankind loll) help.
i had Skype working fine (back in the day when a twin core @2g was an interesting machine, to non gamers) but now after an update or so it just dies as soon as i try to run it. reformatting and reinstalling etc is not an option for me as i lack the OS disc (and i dont want a dodgy copy).. ive tried downloading various old versions of Skype but to no result.
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RE: a skype xp problem - lIceColon - 06-04-2014
Copies are never "dodgy" if you look in the right places - some notorious unnamed Swedish site might be a good start.
If you have an android/ios device, I'd suggest you install skype on your phone and use that for now.
RE: a skype xp problem - Arbs - 06-04-2014
Skype doesn't work with Windows XP SP2 or earlier anymore. Try upgrading to SP3 (Service Pack 3) or a newer version of windows.
Here's more info on getting Windows XP SP3.
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322389
RE: a skype xp problem - Snozzz - 06-05-2014
Thanks it is XP Home SP3 and fully updated
Quote:i know it will not take Vista, from the old test as wasits unlikely i will find good drivers
RE: a skype xp problem - Internity - 07-02-2014
If you're still in need of a solution to this problem, I recommend you look for: Skype Version 5.0.0.156 it's 2003-2010 version.
I use it on Windows XP SP 2 and it is working without any issues, don't try to update it though. I hope it will work for you as well, good luck!
RE: a skype xp problem - Luke. - 07-02-2014
The mobile skype app for PC is always a good shout. Don't even consider Vista. Freelancer will scream and scratch at your face while you try and get it to run on there.
Source: Personal experience.