M$ will be retiring Skype on 5 May 2025

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To whom it may concern.

In order to streamline our free consumer communications offerings so we can more easily adapt to customer needs, we will be retiring Skype in May 2025 to focus on Microsoft Teams (free)

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As Windows 10 approaches its end of support on October 14, 2025, you’re probably thinking about what’s next. Good news: buying a brand-new device isn’t your only option. If your current PC meets the Windows 11 specs and system requirements, you can upgrade to Windows 11 without replacing your hardware.

[Black Orchid]

I use Windows 11. I don't use Skype. Too many bugs and hackers on Skype.

[Bobby]

I use Windows 11. I don't use Skype. Too many bugs and hackers on Skype.

It's OK on Skype - you just block the hackers trying to contact you.

I block plenty on my mobile phone too.

[Black Orchid]

I use Windows 11. I don't use Skype. Too many bugs and hackers on Skype.

It's OK on Skype - you just block the hackers trying to contact you.

I block plenty on my mobile phone too.

I use WhatsApp and have done for decades.

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I am Linuxoiid and M$oft products are against my religion
Telegram for messaging and ZOOM for video conferencing so don't have to drive 2hrs to see rheumatologist.

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A hearing kicked off today in Washington, D.C., that could determine whether Google remains in its current form, or if it could face penalties such as selling off its popular Chrome web browser.

The so-called remedy hearing is the consequence of a court ruling last August that found Google is operating a monopoly and uses its dominant market position to crush rivals and put a lid on innovation.

[Black Orchid]

Hmmm wouldn't that be a bit of overreach?

[Bobby]

A hearing kicked off today in Washington, D.C., that could determine whether Google remains in its current form, or if it could face penalties such as selling off its popular Chrome web browser.

The so-called remedy hearing is the consequence of a court ruling last August that found Google is operating a monopoly and uses its dominant market position to crush rivals and put a lid on innovation.

When I got my new Samsung mobile a few months ago I couldn't get
it going without saying yes again and again to Google taking over my life.

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Hmmm wouldn't that be a bit of overreach?

It is reminiscent of Rockefeller's Standard Oil company break up in 1911.