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Step 1

Click 'Save File' to save the Skype Setup Application.

Step 2

Click the Skype file in the Downloads window.

Step 3

Drag the Skype icon into the image of your Applications folder.

Step 4

Open Skype and sign in with your Skype Name and password.

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