We already suspected that Windows and Skype were going to get particularly cozy after Microsoft phased out Messenger , but it’s now official: Windows 8.1 will ship with Skype pre-installed. Those who haven’t already downloaded the messaging client will get it when they upgrade their OS (or buy a Windows 8.1 PC) after October . The move won’t change much for existing Skype users, but it could easily lead to a jump in Skype adoption when the app will soon come bundled with the majority of PCs . Filed under: Internet , Software , Microsoft Comments Source: Windows Experience Blog
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Windows 8.1 to ship with Skype pre-installed