Microsoft has Skype Friday provided an update allowing users to make video calls with contacts that web chat use Lync. In addition, it has a new, optional interface as a result of feedback.
Microsoft has been working for some time to integrate Skype and Lync, a service that is mainly used by businesses, for example, communication in the office. Had the software giant, users of both programs with each other to call. Adding video calling to the list of functionality, according to Microsoft, a further step in the integration.
The support for video conferencing between the two programmes was a time in the pipeline, because Microsoft already the strengths of Skype and Lync is trying to join. The combining of the possibilities to the extent that also the name of Lync at the kick; the program is called from the beginning of next year, Skype for Business.
Further ordered Microsoft on Friday to know that the design of Skype on the shovel is gone. Reason was criticism by a redesign in October. “We now have compact view has been added for those who have more contacts and chats in a screen wants to see. In addition, we have a toggle added for unread messages”, the company said.
