17 May 2011 Updated at 16:16 ET
Microsoft's Bill Gates says he advocated Skype takeover
Bill Gates says Microsoft's decision to buy Skype will provide better video conferencing opportunities
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Microsoft's founder, Bill Gates, has said he advocated the company's takeover of Skype, and urged other board members to support the move
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