How to solve "This version of Skype is no longer supported" in our Skype and Ubuntu

Skype for Ubuntu

In the last few days several users have complained about a problem that occurs to Skype users. After opening the application, a message appears saying «this version of Skype is no longer supported«, An intriguing message since we usually have the software manager that informs us of any news or update of any program that we have in our Ubuntu.

Many users have gone to the official Skype website and downloaded the latest version to install on your computer. After the fresh installation, many users still get the error message. But How to solve it?

We really don't know why this happens, but we do know how to fix it. First we have to uninstall the Skype application. Don't worry because we will reinstall it. Once uninstalled, we go to our home and press "Control + H", after this folders will appear that start with a period. These folders are hidden. We look for the folder called «.Skype» and we rename it by «.Skype-Backup». Now, we reinstall the program, which will create a fresh installation that will fix all the errors.

The second option, somewhat more unstable, is to install Skype for Linux Preview. This development version is stable enough for day-to-day use. Its installation would count as a new installation and would solve the mysterious error of this instant messaging application.

The third option, more practical and faster, would be opt for the online version, that is, by the web browser version. This version does not need any application and works on all computers, but as it is not a native application, it is necessary to have many resources and sacrifice some functions such as certain notifications or certain information. As you can see, the solution to this Skype bug is quite simpleAlthough you can always wait for Microsoft to launch the official solution to this problem. But this is slower Don't you think so?


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