i am trying to install skype 32bit version, i also tried 64, but after clicking install, the button will change to installing, but after a few seconds it changes back to install. I have been doing research for hours, and i cannot install it even from the terminal. I tried every possible command i just keep getting error after error.
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1skype is no longer 32 bit.... and 64bit require a 64 bit system– raveryJul 18, 2017 at 23:43
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What does that mean? I can only install the 64bit? So if my system is not 64bit i cannot install skype?– Daniel SantosJul 18, 2017 at 23:55
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correct 64-bit only– raveryJul 18, 2017 at 23:55
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Then i must reinstall my OS, or get a higher version of it? Do you know any good way to do it? Or if my pc can have it...– Daniel SantosJul 19, 2017 at 0:00
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There is no way to install software designed for 64 bit hardware on a system designed for 32 bit hardware. If you want to install skype, you must get a new PC designed for 64 bit.– ErikJul 19, 2017 at 1:13
2 Answers
Make sure your system is 64-bit. You cannot install Skype on a 32-bit OS.
Make sure your system is up to date before installing.
sudo apt update sudo apt upgrade -y
Be sure you're using the latest Skype for Linux.
Try installing using
sudo dpkg -i skypeforlinux-64.deb
in terminal.
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When i sudo dpkg -i skypeforlinux-64.deb i get an error processing the archive the architeture of the package (amd64) doesn't match the system (i386) Jul 19, 2017 at 0:39
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You can use skype online, via your web browser. But do not use Firefox, since it wants to install a plugin, which also only exists in 64 bit. You can use Chromium, which can be installed through Software. Go to web.skype.com. I can not judge the quality of this solution.