Skype 3.0 fights with Apache for Port 80
We really got used to Skype. It is just working and a good tool to keep in touch around the globe, exchanging hints and tips with friends. So I have been pleased to see Version 3.0 on the way and downloaded the application. Right after installation, my local XAMPP installation went dead. Localhost started to deliver blank pages and my development environment was gone…
The cause was Skype 3.0: by default, they try to use Port 80 as a fallback port for their communication and you need to switch that off in the options. Just in case, you search your eyes out, like I did: i post it here :), you can find the option in the configuration screen of Skype!
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March 25th, 2007 at 3:51 am
Thanks for posting this. You just saved me a lot of time and a probable XAMPP re-install.
July 8th, 2008 at 6:52 am
I always had to alternate skype and apache. Thanks for the tip!