Skype 4.1 has just been released and this brief tutorial is going to show you how to install or upgrade it in Ubuntu 12.10 (Quantal Quetzal).
Features included in this release are; a new conversation windows that lets you manage all your recent conversations, and a new authentication process that lets you sign in with @hotmail.com and @outlook.com email addresses.
Currently the newest version isn’t yet available in Ubuntu Partner’s repository so you must manually download and install it.
To download and install it, press Ctrl – Alt – T on your keyboard to open the terminal. When it opens, run the commands below to download.
wget http://www.skype.com/go/getskype-linux-ubuntu-32/skype-ubuntu-precise_4.1.0.20-1_i386.deb
Next, run the commands below to install Skype.
If the above commands fail to install Skype, immediately run the commands below to force the installation.
sudo apt-get -f install
After installing, go to Dash and launch Skype.
Enjoy!
64-bit can be downloaded from here.
wget http://www.skype.com/go/getskype-linux-ubuntu-64/skype-ubuntu-precise_4.1.0.20-1_i386.debFrequently Asked Questions
How do I upgrade Skype to version 4.1 in Ubuntu 12.10?
To upgrade Skype to version 4.1 in Ubuntu 12.10, you must manually download the package and install it using terminal commands as outlined in the tutorial.
What are the new features in Skype 4.1 for Ubuntu 12.10?
The new features in Skype 4.1 for Ubuntu 12.10 include a redesigned conversation window for managing recent chats and an updated authentication process allowing sign-in with @hotmail.com and @outlook.com email addresses.
How can I download Skype 4.1 for Ubuntu 12.10 64-bit?
To download Skype 4.1 for Ubuntu 12.10 64-bit, use the provided wget command to download the package designed for 64-bit systems and follow the installation instructions.
What should I do if the Skype installation fails in Ubuntu 12.10?
If the Skype installation fails in Ubuntu 12.10, you can try to force the installation by running the command 'sudo apt-get -f install' in the terminal.
Where can I find the Skype 4.1 package for Ubuntu 12.10?
You can find the Skype 4.1 package for Ubuntu 12.10 by downloading it directly from the Skype website using the provided wget command in the terminal.
Can I sign in to Skype 4.1 for Ubuntu 12.10 with @hotmail.com email?
Yes, you can sign in to Skype 4.1 for Ubuntu 12.10 using @hotmail.com and @outlook.com email addresses due to the updated authentication process.
What keyboard shortcut can I use to open the terminal in Ubuntu 12.10?
To open the terminal in Ubuntu 12.10, press Ctrl + Alt + T on your keyboard to access the command line interface.
How can I launch Skype after installing it in Ubuntu 12.10?
After installing Skype in Ubuntu 12.10, you can launch the application by searching for it in the Dash and clicking on the Skype icon to open it.
