Goodbye, Skype: The End of an Era

Remember when Skype was the way to video call? Whether it was catching up with friends, awkward work meetings, or trying to explain tech issues to your parents, Skype was everywhere. But after years of decline, it's finally shutting down—and honestly, it’s not that surprising.

Skype used to be king, but it slowly lost its crown. It got slow and buggy, making it frustrating to use. At the same time, better options like Zoom, FaceTime, and WhatsApp came along, offering smoother, easier video calls. Microsoft, which bought Skype in 2011, focused more on pushing Teams for work calls, leaving Skype to fade into the background. People just moved on, and Skype never really caught up.

Even though it’s disappearing, Skype still had a huge impact. It was a game-changer in its time, helping people stay connected across the world. It walked so Zoom and FaceTime could run. Now, it’s heading off into internet history, joining the ranks of MySpace and AIM.
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RIP Skype, and thanks for the memories.

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