Re: [LUG] Skype part 2

[Eion MacDonald <maceion@xxxxxxxxx>]

On 28/03/2020 08:43, Neil wrote:
> I should have known better.
> 
> I used to use Skype back in the day when it was still a Linux program.
> Then it was bought by MS and I stopped using it.
> 
> Recently, with the coronavirus problems, there was a suggestion from the
> group about using Skype or similar for a meeting via the internet. So,
> on my laptop, I installed the new Skype. It worked just fine. I set up a
> launcher icon on the desk top. Because I would want to use it only
> occasionally I did not want it to start up automatically on log in.
> 
> The next time I logged in, the Skype window appeared on my screen. So I
> checked via Settings -> Session and Startup -> Application Autostart.
> Sure enough, Skype was there, and checked. So I removed the check-mark.
> Sorted, I thought.
> 
> Next log in Skype appeared again. So I checked again and the check-mark
> was back. I know, I thought, remove the Skype entry from the Autostart
> list entirely, that will sort it.
> 
> Next log in Skype was back again. The removed entry was now back in
> Autostart. Now I was annoyed. Typical MS arrogance, and their lack of
> understanding about how we use Linux. So I have done the only thing left
> to me and uninstalled the program. Hopefully that will finally sort it out.
> 
> If any group meetings are set up using Skype I will not be able to
> participate. I do have Zoom installed however.
> 
> MS did once try to crush Linux. They failed, so now they are trying to
> cosy up to us, as a sneaky way to gradually take over.
> 
> MS seems to have no concept of the difference between closed source
> programs, like Windows, and FOSS. It appears that they think that their
> way of "This is how it is done. Take it or leave it" is how it should be
> for everyone.
> 
> I gave up on Windows 20 years ago. Their arrogance and their whole
> approach to the world of computing, were just not for me. Plus I just
> did not trust them at all. Now, after all this time, I can see no reason
> to change my opinion.
> 
> I should have known better,
> 
> Neil
> 
> 


Umn!!
I installed Skype for Linux on openSUSE XFCE to try after your question.
In my case
It does not load at start up
It is not present in Task Manager, unless I actively start it
On stopping a call, it ceases program active call, but leaves program
running which is then shut off by quitting Skype
Skype has always both on Windows and on Linux needed this confirm
secondary "Quit Skype"

NOTE. The absolute ability for it to run at start  along with MS Outlook
is the desired default position to many multinational and domestic
companies with their own domain control. It shows everyone in company
who is logged on in the company and their current status.
This allows one to immediately know they can interact with person XXY in
Singapore in real time, and she in Singapore can she you are active.
This is of immense value in some intentional trade companies.
The company I worked for had about 6000 active computer users spread
over 17 nation states and with customers and service-folk active in 90
countries. Thus on log on, a serviceman in PR China would immediately
know I was logged in at office or at home [24 hours/day call position
response availability for my job];  he could interact for design advice
by phone, telex or computer.
(If our machines went wrong folk died! A fire on an offshore oil/gas
platform in Cabinda needed problem solving capabilities in real time
from USA communications hub to Uzbeks, UK, Uzbekistan (then position of
old original project engineer, Angola (original vessel positioning site)
and Cabinda {local logistics, military support [armed escorts kept our
staff safe during the civil war], sea /air transport to offshore),
materials and labour} all seeing others were present, and responsive).
 MS Integrated sub-programs are designed to start at computer log on.
Some folks want this.

Each beast to his own desires.
-- 
regards
Eion MacDonald

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