Asterisk 11, the latest version of the renowned PBX open source software has just been released complete with a number of new and improved features and functionality, whilst still retaining the same tried and trusted framework which has helped to carve it a niche all of its own.
And the reviews look good, just as you would expect. But first a little background into what exactly it is, for those of you itching to know more. The software was developed to function as a telephone Private Bank Exchange (PBX) technology back in 1999 by a guy called Mark Spencer.
The system it uses to facilitate telephone calls is much the same as a standard PBX system, with the over-riding differences being that it is completely software based - routing all calls via network connections - and that it is available under a free licence as well as a paid for one.
Among the new features offered by Asterisk 11 is a facility to enable users to make phone calls directly via web browsers, a function made possible thanks to the software's support for Web Real-Time Communication (Web RTC) links.
"Asterisk 11 will become, i believe, one of - if not the - defining technologies that allows the promise of Web RTC to become a reality" says the senior editor of Internetnews.com, Sean Kerner.
But there are many other great and revolutionary features that helps set this version apart, namely a set of integrated technologies that enable live media streams to be established for software agents operating behind securities such as firewalls, known as 'Ice, Stun and Turn'.
But the fact remains that Asterisk has always been, and (more likely than not) will always be a specialised option and not one of appeal to the vast majority of businesses due to the dedication and diligence required to get it up and running, regardless of its unmistakeable power and versatility.
For those few businesses who utilise Asterisk the benefits are obvious. But for the rest of the business world wanting to enter the Voip marketplace and receive the benefits of cheap and free phone calls, unrivalled audio quality and incredible versatility, simply choose a reputable Voip provider with a proven track record & ITSPA approval.
And the reviews look good, just as you would expect. But first a little background into what exactly it is, for those of you itching to know more. The software was developed to function as a telephone Private Bank Exchange (PBX) technology back in 1999 by a guy called Mark Spencer.
The system it uses to facilitate telephone calls is much the same as a standard PBX system, with the over-riding differences being that it is completely software based - routing all calls via network connections - and that it is available under a free licence as well as a paid for one.
Among the new features offered by Asterisk 11 is a facility to enable users to make phone calls directly via web browsers, a function made possible thanks to the software's support for Web Real-Time Communication (Web RTC) links.
"Asterisk 11 will become, i believe, one of - if not the - defining technologies that allows the promise of Web RTC to become a reality" says the senior editor of Internetnews.com, Sean Kerner.
But there are many other great and revolutionary features that helps set this version apart, namely a set of integrated technologies that enable live media streams to be established for software agents operating behind securities such as firewalls, known as 'Ice, Stun and Turn'.
But the fact remains that Asterisk has always been, and (more likely than not) will always be a specialised option and not one of appeal to the vast majority of businesses due to the dedication and diligence required to get it up and running, regardless of its unmistakeable power and versatility.
For those few businesses who utilise Asterisk the benefits are obvious. But for the rest of the business world wanting to enter the Voip marketplace and receive the benefits of cheap and free phone calls, unrivalled audio quality and incredible versatility, simply choose a reputable Voip provider with a proven track record & ITSPA approval.
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