If you are a Software Engineer or A enthusiast happy to use the Ubuntu OS on your Laptop for your Office or Personal Work. Then Skype may be required for communication for office work, interviews, and meetings. In this article, I will cover all the ways To Install Skype on Ubuntu Desktop Or Server.
In this guide, We will cover How To Install Skype on Ubuntu using Snap Package and the apt Package. This Guide will work on Old Ubuntu 18 to the new Ubuntu 22 Version. So Let’s go through the guide on How To Install Skype on Ubuntu 18, Ubuntu 20, and Ubuntu 22.
About Skype
Skype is a popular communication tool that has revolutionized the way people communicate with each other. It is available on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android, as well as Linux. The platform provides an easy-to-use interface for users to make voice and video calls, send instant messages, share files, and more. Skype also supports group chats of up to 50 people at once. With all these features in one place, Skype is a great way to stay connected with friends and family around the world.
Supported OS –
Ubuntu 22, Ubuntu 20, Ubuntu 18
How To Install Skype on Ubuntu using Snap Package
Snaps are complete software packages that include the binaries and all necessary dependencies to launch a program. Snap packages are safe and simple to update. Microsoft distributes and maintains the Skype snap package.
1. First Open Terminal Emulator Or SSH Client using (Ctrl+Alt+T) and log in as root User.
2. Then Update your Ubuntu OS using Update & Upgrade Commands.
sudo apt-get update(Then)
sudo apt-get upgrade3. Now Install snapd on Ubuntu if not installed (optional)
sudo apt-get install snapd4. And here is the Skype snapd command to install Skype on Ubuntu
sudo snap install skype --classic5. Here is the result of Skype 8.98.0.206 From Skype ✔ Installed
How To Install Skype on Ubuntu using APT Package
1. Open Terminal Emulator Or SSH Client using (Ctrl+Alt+T) and log in as root User.
2. Then Update your Ubuntu OS using Update & Upgrade Commands.
sudo apt-get update(Then)
sudo apt-get upgrade3. Now download the latest Skype package using this command.
wget https://go.skype.com/skypeforlinux-64.deb4. Once the package is downloaded, install Skype by running the following command.
sudo apt install ./skypeforlinux-64.deb
5. Once the package is installed you can Open the “Skype” App by searching the app on the Activities search bar.
Conclusion
The Good thing about using Skype on Linux Based OS like Ubuntu is that you can use multiple Skype accounts simultaneously.
Please be aware that the Skype Linux client is only compatible with 64-bit operating systems. Check to see whether you have a 32-bit operating system; if so, you’ll need to use Franz or the web version of Skype.
