👉 The Skype project was a pioneering initiative by Microsoft aimed at developing a free, peer-to-peer voice and video communication platform accessible over the internet. Launched in 2003, it initially focused on providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional telephony services by leveraging the internet for real-time communication. Skype quickly gained popularity for its ease of use and high-quality voice and video calls, eventually expanding to include features like instant messaging, file sharing, and video conferencing. Despite Microsoft's acquisition of Skype in 2011, the platform continued to evolve and was eventually rebranded as Microsoft Teams in 2020, integrating it more closely with other Microsoft services to offer a comprehensive communication and collaboration suite.
