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Skype Me!


From Single User to Small Enterprise and Beyond

coverSyngress Publishing, Inc., has released "Skype Me! From Single User to Small Enterprise and Beyond", by Michael Gough of SkypeTips.com. The book shows readers how to install, configure, deploy, and secure Skype VoIP solutions.

According to Bill Campbell, Editor of Skype Journal, "You are going to love 'Skype Me!' Here's why: Michael Gough knows his stuff...Michael has covered all that you need to know about Skype. His book will sweeten your Skype experience. It contains basic information for early adopters as well as technical tips for power user."

Get through the Basics Painlessly - Step-by-step instructions get you up and running on Windows, Mac, Pocket PC, and Linux devices.

Create Skype Accounts and Begin Chatting Sign up, become listed in the Skype directory, and begin searching for contacts.

Transition Existing Services to Skype Plan a process that gradually replaces those services you currently pay for with Skype.

Expand Skype's Capabilities with Add-ons See how to add voice mail, SMS text messaging, Outlook integration, Web toolbars, and call forwarding.

Extend Skype via Its API The API itself is divided into two main sections, the Skype Phone API and the Skype Access API.

Use Skype Away from Your Computer - No, you don't need to be at your computer to use Skype. Learn how to connect with your Skype server.

Deploy Skype in the Workplace - Create a system design, accommodate SIP and H.323, and roll out security policies.

Create Business Solutions - Consider the pros and cons of Skype-based help desks, WiFi phones, and other applications.

Configure Firewalls and Network Settings Make certain that ports, proxy servers, and NAT routers are Skype ready.

Michael Gough is host and webmaster of www.SkypeTips.com, which was launched in January 2005 and receives more than 100,000 hits per month, and www.VideoCallTips.com, which receives more than 30,000 hits per month. Michael writes articles on Skype and related issues. He also explains Skype's options and instructions to users so that they can practically apply Skype at home and in the workplace. Michael also evaluates products used with Skype and provides feedback to the vendors on features and improvements to help drive the direction of Skype-related products. Michael is also the host and webmaster for www.VideoCallTips.com, a Web site focused on helping people understand how to make video calls to family and friends, and maintains ratings of the many video call solutions available.

Michael's full-time employment is as a computer security consultant with 18 years' experience in the computer technology field. Michael works for a Fortune 500 company, where he delivers security consulting services to their clients. Michael also presents for his company at many trade shows and conferences and works with associations and groups, advising agencies like the FBI on Skype security and the Center for Internet Security on wireless security.

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