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I have Windows 8, and I want regular Skype, not Metro Skype. Metro Skype doesn't support many features that the desktop version does, and it's buggy.
I tried to go to http://beta.skype.com/en/download-skype/skype-for-computer/. When I hit "Get Skype for Windows 8," I'm redirected to the Windows Store to install Metro Skype.
How can I download and install normal Skype on Windows 8?
VIrko
Posted 2012-11-03T02:31:43.473
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The original installer can be found here.
mr-karan
Posted 2012-11-03T02:31:43.473
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You can download an offline installer here:
Skype Offline Installer for Windows
No need to run it in compatibility mode, or be connected when installing - works perfectly.
I would recommend removing the Metro version, however - which I find quite annoying to use as it logs in and out randomly and renders you uncontactable - presumably because Metro has absolute control over it and kills it when your PC runs out of RAM.
Dagelf
Posted 2012-11-03T02:31:43.473
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At the top hover mouse over get skype and select skype for windows desktop. Sign in and download.
Phillip R.
Posted 2012-11-03T02:31:43.473
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