
<p>If you are one of those users who toggle between email and Skype desktop clients on your Windows PC, Microsoft can now offer you a time saver. Fulfilling a promise made in July, the software giant is now releasing an updated Skype for Windows, version 6.1, with Outlook integration.</p><p>Users of Outlook 2010 and 2013 who update to the latest Skype version will now see a Skype online status and mood message when viewing an Outlook contact card. A Skype call or IM session can be initiated directly from the Card, so there is no need to exit Outlook in order to enter those functions. Enhancements, Bug Fixes</p><p>It's now also possible to instant message or make audio/video calls from Outlook to anyone who is already in your Skype contacts list.</p><p>In addition to the Outlook integration, Skype 6.1 for Windows includes several enhancements. Adding a contact in Skype now requires only two clicks, which can be done from the results that come up in a search initiated within the contact list. Additionally, Skype profile information also now includes account information and management options.</p><p><a href="http://www.cmswire.com/cms/social-business/newest-version-of-skype-for-windows-adds-outlook-integration-019111.php">Keep reading...</a></p>