Can't execute this file

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I can't execute the skype file. I have the permissions I need. What's the meaning of filename* in the ll output?

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Edit your post to include the output of file skype and uname -a. — muru, Feb 10 '16 at 19:05
The * in this context is the ls command's way of indicating an executable file - you're seeing it because ll is an alias for ls that includes the -F option. See man ls. — steeldriver, Feb 10 '16 at 20:10

score 2 · Accepted Answer · edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:23

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I suggest you should use the packaged version of Skype. Just enable the Canonical partners repositories in Software Sources (How do I enable the "partner" repository?), click Close, then update the list. After this you will be able to install Skype from Ubuntu Software Center, and it will run properly.

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answered Feb 10 '16 at 19:34

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