Skype offers notable software updates

Skype, the Voice over IP (VoIP) calling and messaging software has announced upgrades for both the Mac and Windows versions. Under version 1.4 for Mac, new features include call forwarding to other Skype accounts (as well as a regular phone number), call auto-answer, auto pause and auto resume for iTunes as well as a Japanese language version.

The Windows version 2.0 client offers improved call quality, video support and grouping for contacts.