However, it could impact the web conferencing space, too, as it may entice those who use often use the free or low-cost versions of online meeting software applications for more casual chats to use Skype instead. The feature initially seems like just another handy way to get people together for a Skype chat without worrying about whether or not the recipient has the app downloaded and installed. To see if you have the option available, you can launch the latest version of Skype for Windows, Skype for Mac, or Skype for Web, then click “+New” to start your chat and generate the unique, sharable link. and U.K., but will be expanded to reach the rest of the world over the course of the next couple of weeks.
Microsoft says the feature is currently coming online for Skype users in the U.S. In the case of those without Skype accounts, they’ll be able to sign in to a chat as a guest by typing in their name then clicking “Join.”
