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When Microsoft announced its acquisition of Skype, it marked another turning point for many early adopters who have known the simplicity and usefulness of the service since its first days of availability back in 2003.

What the acquisition also represents is the potential for greater adoption by business people. Of course that will depend on how Microsoft treats Skype. It will be integrated into the Microsoft suite for use as a sanctioned communications tool. But the signs are there that Microsoft will respect the service as a stand-alone product for the millions of people who love it for what it is.

In part one we took a look at several features expected in Microsoft's forthcoming Windows 8 operating system, including facial recognition, instant-on and tablet support.

Now we'll delve into a few more, including a special bonus section with some improbable but possible changes to the flagship Microsoft product.