Skype: Fix error 1618 - so it'll work
Skype error 1618 most often occurs when you install multiple programs at once. So you may be installing Skype and Windows is also installing updates. So, to solve the problem, you should pay attention to the following.
Fix Skype error 1618
If Skype gives you error 1618 during installation, you are currently performing several installations.
- To end the Microsoft installation manually, press the [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Del] keys simultaneously. Then call the "Task Manager".
- Click on the "Processes" tab and mark the process msiexec.exe
- Then click on "End Process".
- Now start the Skype installation file again and repeat the installation.