windows 8.1 and skype auto start up

maxelcat

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Hi

Skype on 8.1 is driving me bonkers. When I look in the task manager->start up its not listed.

However, I then get messages and calls - so it must be running

Of course, with the tile version there are no settings that I can find to turn the darn thing off and it doesn't appear in the system tray.

How can I please take control over skype so that it launches when I want it to?

Thanks

Edward
 

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  • OS
    windows 8.1
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You could uninstall the Windows 8 app (right click on the start screen select Uninstall) and download the desktop version if you prefer. Download Skype for Windows

I prefer the desktop version personally.
 

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yes, that's an option. Seems odd to me that the app version is limited.

thanks for reply
 

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  • OS
    windows 8.1
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    PC/Desktop
I just install the app to see what gives ,and when you install it you get an option to let it run in the background or not ,it says then that you can change it in pc settings ,but I cant find where to disable it ,still looking
 

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    win8.1.1 enterprise
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    gigibyte ga-78lmy-s2p
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    updated enterprise apr 2/14
You can set yourself Offline in Skype App and only change the status Online when you want to be available. It's as easy as launching Skype and closing it when you want to be offline.
 

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    Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center
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    HP ENVY 17-1150eg
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    6 GB
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    ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5850 Graphics
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    Beats sound system with integrated subwoofer
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    Internal: 2 x 500 GB SATA Hard Disk Drive 7200 rpm
    External: 2TB for backups, 3TB USB3 network drive for media
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    As Envy runs a bit warm, I have it on a Cooler Master pad
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