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Skype updated to 5.6.0.143

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On Tuesday, version 5.6.0.143 of the Skype VoIP application was released. The new version, a 22.7 megabyte download, offers the following fixes and changes:

– Automatic Updates.

– Improved UI for group video calling.

– New full screen mode in Mac OS X 10.7 Lion.

– Ability to delete conversations.

– Ability to disable Audio Gain Control.

– Fixed: Chat messages aren’t shown after clearing recent conversations or closing the last one.

– Fixed: Choppy audio issue with USB headset while in group call.

– Fixed: Call toolbar does not appear after call is ended.

– Fixed: Selection of contacts in the contact list.

Skype 5.6.0.143 is available for free and requires Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later to install and run.

If you’ve tried the new version and have any feedback to offer, please let us know.