What is Asterisk IP-Telephony project and why it is so poular?
Asterisk, also known as the Asterisk Unified Communications Engine, is an open-source IP-Telephony project sponsored by Sangoma which provides commercial support and services for Asterisk.
The Asterisk project is popular for several reasons:
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Open Source: Asterisk is open-source software, which means that it can be freely used, modified, and distributed by anyone. This has led to a large and active community of developers who have contributed to its development and continue to maintain and improve the software.
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Versatility: Asterisk is a highly flexible and configurable system that can be used to build a wide range of telephony applications, including PBX (private branch exchange) systems, IVR (interactive voice response) systems, and call centers.
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Interoperability: Asterisk supports a wide range of protocols, including SIP (Session Initiation Protocol), IAX (Inter-Asterisk eXchange), and H.323, which makes it easy to integrate with other telephony systems and technologies.
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Cost-effective: Because it's open source, there are no license fees associated with using Asterisk, which makes it an attractive option for small and medium-sized businesses that need a cost-effective solution for their telephony needs.
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Community support: The large and active community of developers and users behind the Asterisk project means that there is a wealth of resources available for support, including forums, mailing lists, and documentation.
All of these factors have combined to make Asterisk a popular choice for building telephony systems and applications.
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