Tecker 911: Episode 3: Skype: Mike Gdovin and Ed Rochon explain the basics of Skype on Tecker 911. Learn about this popular and cheap calling program. (4:37) Stop the Encoder!: Skype released a new deal to get unlimited calling to the US and Canada for $29.95 a year. If you sign up by Jan 31, 2006 its only $14.95.