a skype xp problem

[Snozzz]

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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[lIceColon]

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.

[Arbs]

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

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[Snozzz]

Thanks it is XP Home SP3 and fully updated

i know it will not take Vista, from the old test as was

its unlikely i will find good drivers

[Internity]

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!

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[Luke.]

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.

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