Product Information
What is Asterisk?
Asterisk is an open-source framework for building communication applications. Asterisk turns ordinary computers into communication servers. It powers IP PBX systems, VoIP gateways, conference servers, and other custom solutions. Used globally by small businesses, large enterprises, call centers, carriers, and government agencies, Asterisk is free and open-source, sponsored by Sangoma.
Today, over 1 million Asterisk-based communication systems are in use across 170+ countries. Nearly all Fortune 1000 clients use Asterisk. Typically deployed by system integrators and developers, Asterisk can form the foundation of a complete business phone system, enhance or extend existing systems, or bridge gaps between systems.
How to use Asterisk?
Asterisk is a free and open-source framework for building communication applications, turning ordinary computers into communication servers that support IP PBX systems, VoIP gateways, conference servers, and other custom solutions. It is widely used by businesses and organizations globally.
Core Functions of Asterisk
VoIP Calls
Virtual PBX
Communication tools
SIP
Underlying
Voice Chat
Usage Scenarios of Asterisk
- Build IP PBX systems, VoIP gateways, and conference servers
- Serve as the foundation for a complete business phone system
- Enhance or extend existing communication systems
- Connect to CRM systems
- Create call and callback solutions or distributed work environments
- Combine telephony and internet services
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