VoIP Asterisk Resources

All the leading Asterisk resources for hardware, software, news and advice.

Asterisk is the leading software engine for creating a business IP PBX, VoIP gateway, or other communications system. Asterisk is free and open source, with many official and unofficial Asterisk resources available on the Internet.

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Call The Planet Corp

We are happy to welcome to Call The Planet (CTP). CTP stands for Call The Planet, we are a brilliant, high-quality alternative way to make long-distance phone calls to anyone, anywhere in the world.CTP harnesses the power of the Internet. All you need to take advantage of this technology is an Internet connection. CTP services can be accessed around the world; we link people, organizations and businesses.They now enjoy clear, reliable voice communication for a fraction of the existing cost operating on a new and efficient infrastructure. By paying one low monthly access fee they can talk as long as they like, as often as they like, with no per minute charge on the CTP Global Private Network.CTP has the only global end-to-end VoIP based telecommunications solution available in the world today.

ComX Hosted Solutions

User friendly interface with 99.99% uptime and 24x7 free support
Interoperability with all major vendors (H.323 & SIP)

ROUTING:
LCR-based routing with route failover option
Prefix management
Channel control on each route
CLI translation

MONITORING & REPORTING:
Real-time ASR, ACD, MCD, PDD, active calls, and CDRs information.

BILLING & ACCOUNTING:
Real-time billing
Real-time balance update for prepaid & postpaid customer accounts
Web panel-based account access to sub-agents and resellers

E-mail | MSN ID: murtaza@sidotel.net

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01Special Telecom Solutions

Digicon

Services include: Managed and Hosted Services, Outsourcing Helpdesk, 24/7 Helpdesk, Secure Servers, Network Operation Center, Voice and Data, Outsourcing, Mobile Solutions, and Software Development

Digital Voice

Digital Voice is a business to business specialist VoIP provider (or managed business VoIP) for small
to medium sized businesses.

Digital Voice has established strategic partnerships with both NTL and Mitel to deliver our clients
a superior VoIP Business Solution.

The concept of routing voice traffic over IP is not new, however our unique hosted network platform
takes this technology to a new level.

Unlike traditional VOIP systems you do not need to purchase and install expensive digital switch systems
and build dedicated networks within your business to enable IP Telephony.

Eco-Phone

We are a modern telecoms company offering the latest technologies, and the price reductions they bring with them, to Corporations across Europe. Our portfolio of includes basic Carrier Pre-Select and Least Cost Routing, Non-Geographic numbers through to Voice over IP and International Number Translation. Finally, we also offer a fully featured IP Centrex Solution for small and medium sized companies. We also offer Carrier Services for other Telcos and the very largest businesses. 

EW Communications ltd

EWC provides VoIP services and hardware to business customers worldwide. We only provide VoIP to business allowing us to offer unrivalled customer and technical support coupled with the highest quality call routing. EWC not only provided pre configured hardware to simplify the implementation of VoIP in your business but we also configure your current equipment to maximise the benefits you can gain through VoIP

Global Axcess

VOIP solutions provided for carriers, Internet Telephony Service providers, medium businesses and large businesses.VOIP termination solutions are provided worldwide as well consulting projects, financing projects, billing services and switching services to other VOIP carriers.

IDN

IDN offer a high quality voice over IP telephony service which
can offer significantly reduced prices on International call
prices and reduced price international access numbers.
There are currently a number of destinations where this service
is available to/from. Please contact us to enquire about these
locations or propose a new destination.
The service offers exceptional sound quality and value for
money.

IDN are interested in VoIP origination/termination for all worldwide
destinations. If you can offer IDN a VoIP business
proposal then please do not hesitate to contact us.

InterCall

InterCall, the world�s largest conferencing
provider, offers more audio, web and video conferencing solutions for
effective business communications. Our integrated web, audio and video
conferencing makes web meetings, webinars, audio conferencing, online
training seminars and multi-point video conferencing easier and more
productive. We offer the widest variety of global solutions, through
our proprietary products, as well as strategic partnerships with WebEx�
and Microsoft�, to give you multiple conferencing options. By providing
more product options and proven platforms, supported by more personal
attention, we help you to create better connections. InterCall offers
the most reliable and simplistic communication services to build
stronger relationships with colleagues, partners, and customers and to
assist in achieving business objectives. For small, collaborative,
everyday audio and web conferences to large-scale, high-profile online
events, InterCall is your one-stop-shop for all communication needs.

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Asterisk is Linux-based software for creating an easily manageable and feature-rich business communication system. Asterisk includes all the drivers, protocol converters, scripts, codecs, and more needed to perform functions that range from routing and call handling to call recording and generating call detail records.

Asterisk VoIP software is open source and free, with many configuration options, features, and modules. An Asterisk VoIP solution is preferred by businesses — small and large — who want a robust and customizable IP PBX system to handle their business telephony traffic.

Who Uses Asterisk VoIP?

Asterisk is a framework for building a communications network, which can include conference servers as well as the basic PBX system Asterisk was originally designed to support. Asterisk uses the most common protocol — session initiated protocol (SIP) — and is built on one of the most stable and advanced operating systems (Linux). This makes Asterisk a reliable and extendable VoIP solution for businesses of all types.

Some of the business and organizations using Asterisk include:

  • Small and medium businesses
  • Carriers (CLECs, ILECs, and wholesalers)
  • ITSPs, ISPs, and VoIP providers
  • Government agencies
  • Large corporations
  • Call centers
  • Call shops
How Can Asterisk Be Used?

Asterisk is powerful, flexible, and stable. Asterisk was named for the * character in Linux, which is a wildcard character. Like its namesake, Asterisk is capable of performing many different functions — singularly or combined. Some of the functionalities of Asterisk VoIP software are:

  • VoIP gateway
  • IP PBX
  • Skype gateway
  • Call center automatic call distributor (ACD)
  • Conference bridge
  • IVR server
  • Voicemail system
  • Fax server
  • Speech server
  • Call recorder
  • Unified messaging

Asterisk resources such as whitepapers, videos, and forums can be found at asterisk.org, where the software can also be downloaded. As an open source platform, additional resources for Asterisk VoIP software — such as tutorials for integration with OpenSIPS or software for reporting — can be found all over the Internet. Looking for Asterisk software, hardware, tips, tutorials, or forums? We can help — check our Asterisk resources directory.

Installing an Asterisk VoIP PBX System

Building an Asterisk VoIP PBX is relatively simple from an installation standpoint, as long as you are familiar with Linux and comfortable using the command line interface (CLI). Binary installations using Yum on CentOS or RedHat makes Asterisk easier to maintain, according to the software's developers. There are many Asterisk resources offering installation instructions, including the Asterisk website as well as numerous unofficial how-tos.

Once the Asterisk software is set up, additional software — a graphical user interface (GUI), or front-end — is needed to interface with the Asterisk VoIP system to manage and configure standard features such as music-on-hold and voicemail. There are a number of Asterisk GUIs available, such as Mini Asterisk or GEOTEK Phonebook. You can find Asterisk GUIs in our Asterisk resources directory below, and a complete list of Asterisk GUIs at VoIP-Info.org.

However, that might not be the most stress-free process for many. Thankfully, there are also many software packages out there called distros that roll up the open source Asterisk VoIP PBX software and the GUI with additional components and an easy-install executable. AsteriskNOW is the distro offered by Asterisk, which does the heavy lifting by installing Linux, Asterisk, and the GUI as an ISO image, simply and easily. Some of the more popular distros for Asterisk VoIP service include:

  • AsteriskNOW
  • Elastix
  • PBX in a Flash
  • Trixbox
  • FreePBX
  • Switchvox

You'll find Asterisk resources like distros for setup, configuring, and customizing the PBX software in our Asterisk resources directory.

Using an Asterisk Appliance

One of the easier ways to install the Asterisk VoIP system is to use an Asterisk appliance. Asterisk appliances are small standalone servers and complete PBX solutions for small and medium businesses (SMBs).

Asterisk appliances come fully loaded with custom compiled Linux configurations, FXO and FXS ports, and a front-end (or GUI) to manage and configure Asterisk's features. Some well-known Asterisk appliances are:

  • Asterisk Appliance
  • Rhino Ceros Appliance
  • WARP Appliance
  • PhoneBochs MiniVoIP Appliance

Some developers of Asterisk distros also produce Asterisk appliances, so you can find a simple, comprehensive solution to Linux and Asterisk installation issues, the need for a dedicated machine, and the need for a GUI to manage the Asterisk software all in one compact package. Digium's Switchvox and AsteriskNOW as well as Trixbox are just a few of the distros that also come preloaded on Asterisk appliances.

You'll find more Asterisk appliances, GUIs, and other software in our VoIP Asterisk resources directory.

Choosing an Asterisk Appliance

When considering an Asterisk appliance, it's best to weigh a few factors carefully before making a final choice. Even though Asterisk is open source, a Digium Asterisk appliance — Switchvox — offers certain advantages in that it's fully supported and will upgrade at pace with Asterisk. Relying on community maintenance for independent Asterisk appliances can be a more complicated and even risky process.

Things to consider when evaluating an independent Asterisk appliance:

  • Upgrades
  • Extendability and portability
  • Installation
  • Compatibility with other programs/interfaces
  • Adequate support
  • Statistical aggregation ('phoning home' with usage data)

You can find these and more Asterisk appliances in our VoIP Asterisk resources directory, as well as links to tips, reference material, and hardware options.

Asterisk Resources: Getting Help

The official Asterisk site offers a forum, instructional videos, documentation and more. However, there are also plenty of other Asterisk resources available as well, including forums and installation help at AsteriskGuru and courses and certifications at Digium.

There are also sites featuring extensive documentation, such as the online O'Reilly guide to Asterisk, and sites with how-to vodcasts. Local Asterisk user groups are another online Asterisk resource, as are sites with news about Asterisk developments, updates, and releases. You can find links to these online Asterisk resources and more in our directory.

Asterisk Software

Because Asterisk is open source software, many companies and independent developers offer modules and add-ons for additional PBX features and functions — especially for industry-specific functions relating to call centers or VoIP providers. For instance, software for call center stats, call recording, autodialers, or conference management, as well as channel drivers, scripts, and other tools are all available through third-party agents.

Information about these and other Asterisk resources can be found in our directory.

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