Skype Delivers Text Messaging for Global Wireless Networks, NewsFactorNetwork, 28 Feb 2005

“Internet telephone service provider Skype is pushing further into the mobile realm with the launch of a text messaging, or SMS, service that lets customers deliver their messages to wireless users on GSM networks…The Skype to SMS offering is currently available at no charge as a Beta test service for all customers who obtain authorization from Connectotel, which is considering the launch of other VoIP gateway services, including links to and from e-mail, fax and outside data feeds. That authorization process may take up to 24 hours.�

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