The Other Face of Skype

Skype is one of the most famous instant messaging programs now available on the market. At one time, it had more than 9 million people online. It has revolutionized the industry since it doesn’t focus on the chat, but places an emphasis on the voice where you can actually talk clearly without any concerns. You can share files, chat, and do all the other things that a regular messenger can offer.

But what makes this software really special is the “Do More” features. It can be found when you click on the tools in your messenger or when you right click on a contact. The “do more” part is what others are looking for in an instant messenger. Many of the add-on programs for Skype are all free of charge without a single hook. You can access the list of “do more” stuff when you click on organize my favorites. A window will pop up, and you will find many applications that will give you entertainment, flexible information about your Skype.


These tools were not designed by Skype, but by the users who want to have more in Skype. These companies recognize the need to develop more powerful tools for the program. This idea has spawned a lot of softwares that you can just pick when you click on the “do more” list that you have.

Since these additional features which are free on Skype can be created by anyone, some have voiced doubts about the security of your Skype. An example would be when you record your conversation with your friend and you give him the last digits of your Social Security. Would it be possible that the owner of the software could retrieve the information and use it to their advantage? Skype is supporting more security features by adding a Skype certification logo on some of the softwares. This just means that Skype has found this product to be safe and it doesn’t contain any malware or spyware to get the private information that you don’t want to share. Even so, before you run the program in Skype, you will be prompted that this software will make some changes on your current settings in the program.

This doesn’t mean we don’t have to trust the third party software that is being put there. Most of the time, the certified software is those that have been used by many, and Skype has recognized its importance and wants others to be on the look out for this program. But just to make sure, stay away unless you use Skype for casual purposes.

Everyday, Skype is constantly improving its services to its users. Instead of doing something on their own, they enlisted the help of other geniuses in the world to help them create better software that everyone had hoped for.

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Podcasting For Your Business

If you’re running an online store as part of your existing store, you start to think of things on how to make them better all the time. Of course you try to update your gallery and product listings all the time and make sure potential customers are updated with what you have so that they will get interested. I think you already know, but your website is probably not very different from some thousands of other sites when it comes to offered products and services. In terms of design, you could also have countless other sites that almost look the same as your online store.


With so much competition in your field, you need to come up with new ideas and approaches to attract customers. You need to have something that can make your customers feel you connect to them most of the time.

One of the tools that you can add for you customers to enjoy is podcasting. Podcasting refers to broadcasting online by recording your voice which is somehow a “show” so that your customers and online visitors can listen to anything that you say. The word “podcast” became popular after Apple’s iPod became a hit in the market.

The advancement and support for podcasts increase in thousands everyday. It’s a great tool for any business to exploit because it’s freely available. As podcasting started to attract users to create their own, websites that offer free postcast hosting started to crop up. As a small business owner who is on a tight budget, you can use these sites to power your tool.

What do you need when you want to start podcasting? All you need to have is a computer, a computer microphone and software for recording your voice. Simple as that. If you’re reading this, you must have a computer of your own, so that’s settled. For your computer mics, a 10-$15 dollar microphones should be enough. Next is the software. There are literally hundreds out there that can provide you with free voice recording. However, most of the amateur and even professional podcasters use audacity for their software. Since it’s an open source software, you can literally have the best of this software for free. Lastly is a free host for your audios. Podcasting.com or Podomatic.com can provide you with the list or host your shows for free. You can even post some of their players for free.

Having a podcast is great for your business. You can do that every week when you can discuss any new update about your shop or read email of the persons that inquired about your product. If you are offering new services, you can introduce them to your customer so that they will understand what they are all about. This personalized show of your business will definitely create a personal bond with your present and potential customers, and will be a great addition to your marketing plans.

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