Looking for a Networking / Infrastructure Alternative?
Meet Asterisk
Easy to use but advanced IP PBX system, VoIP gateway and conference server.
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Average Networking / Infrastructure pricing is ~$15/user/month
5-Year Projected Savings
$0
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Networking / Infrastructure vs Asterisk: Feature Comparison
| Feature | Networking / Infrastructure Paid SaaS | Asterisk Open Source |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | Per-user pricing | Free (hosting only) |
| Data Ownership | ||
| Privacy Control | ||
| Self-Hosted Option | ||
| No Vendor Lock-in | ||
| Source Code Access | ||
| Customizable | Limited | Fully |
| Automatic Updates | Manual | |
| Managed Infrastructure | ||
| Official Support | Community |
Community activity and technical details from the Asterisk repository
License
Other
Open source license for commercial use
Forks
1.2k
Community-maintained copies
Primary Languages
Why Switch from Networking / Infrastructure to Asterisk?
Complete Data Ownership
Your data stays on your servers. No third-party access, no data mining, and full compliance with privacy regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
No Per-User Pricing
Pay only for hosting (~$5-20/month), regardless of team size. Add unlimited users without increasing your costs.
Full Customization
Access the source code and customize Asterisk to fit your exact workflow. No feature limitations or paywalls.
No Vendor Lock-in
Export your data anytime. Move between hosting providers freely. Your business isn't dependent on a single vendor.
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