Skype debuts free calls to traditional lines

SAN JOSE, Calif – Internet voice company Skype today announced that all US and Canadian-based Skype customers can now make free SkypeOut calls to traditional landline and mobile phones in the US and Canada.Previously, Skype users in both countries were required to pay for Skype calls from their PCs to traditional telephones. Free SkypeOut calls to the U.S. or Canada will be available to U.S. and Canadian-based Skype users until the end of the year. Skype has now removed any cost barrier for its American and Canadian customers to keep in touch with friends, family and business associates. Skype anticipates...