Skype freezes system when starting video

[launcspad]

Skype 2.0.0.72, Ubuntu 8.04 always updated, Logitech webcam.

When I start voice conversation with a partner who doesn't have webcam, and I try to send my video, the system freezes totally. Only the cursor moves when I move the mouse and our voice conversation is just fine. But the windows and the keyboard are not responding, Ctrl-Alt-Backspace doesn't work. The only thing is the Microsoft-solution: reset the computer.

I don't like Skype as it's not open that's why I'm planning to use Ekiga. (Or is there a better service?) But I think, even if it's not an open source application, shouldnt freeze a system.

[launcspad (weblev-deactivatedaccount)]

The bug might be connected to the extra visualisation effects. Turning it off the computer won't freeze.

[Brian Murray (brian-murray)]

Thank you for taking the time to report this bug and trying to help make Ubuntu better. However, it seems that you are not using a software package provided by the official Ubuntu repositories. Because of this the Ubuntu project can not support or fix your particular bug. Please report this bug to the provider of the software package. Thanks!