Chromebook FAQ #1: How do I Skype?

UPDATE 2018: Skype for web now exists

As yet (Jan 2015) there is no way to Skype from a Chromebook. That's the bad news. The good news is that Google Hangouts is available, and a very convincing alternative. Like with Skype, you can chat, voice call, video call, and use on it on desktops and mobile devices (Android and iOS etc.). It even offers some features that Skype doesn't (like Off The Record chats), and requires no extra software installation on the desktop or Android devices.

To try it out please visit the Google Hangouts intro page and share your experience in the comments below.