On the Mac, you can find the information about your system by looking at “About This Mac” under the Apple symbol in the top left corner of your screen. (7) Click either OK or Cancel to close the SYSTEM PROPERTIES window. (6) If the numbers are less than those recommended by Skype, you will have difficulties with a Skype call on that computer.

The second number is the amount of RAM (or Random Access Memory) on your computer. The first numbers following the CPU are the speed of the processor. (5) Look for the word “Computer:” and read the lines under it.* You should see two sets of numbers. (4) The GENERAL tab will probably already be selected. (3) Select PROPERTIES at the bottom of the menu. (2) Right-click your mouse over MY COMPUTER. (1) Locate the icon for MY COMPUTER on your desktop or in the START menu.

So how do you find out this information on a Windows computer? Here are the latest requirements for all operating systems. Windows and speed test information on this page kindly supplied by Alice Freeman.įirst of all, make sure your computer system meets the minimum requirements for Skype.

Hardware requirements for skype