Top VoIP Softswitch Solutions 

The fundamental reason for inventing VoIP based technology was to provide cheaper means of communication to the end users. Everything else such as rising business opportunities for entrepreneurs, enriched communication and collaboration, unified communication platforms, and more is a byproduct and added benefit. If we talk about the VoIP industry, it is impossible to imagine a VoIP network without a VoIP Softswitch solution. Of course, there are several VoIP components and VoIP solutions that empower this industry. The VoIP development companies keep on adding more solutions and innovative features to these SIP solutions to enhance the industry. But, VoIP Softswitch software has an irreplaceable place in this industry. 

What is a VoIP Softswitch? 


In a telephone network, a switch is a node that switches calls from source to destination. Some switches only perform the job of switching, i.e., routing calls from source to destination. On the other hand, some switches provide added communication features and connect end users to actually have a conversation. 

In the VoIP network, this switch is referred to as a VoIP Softswitch. 


Types of VoIP Softswitch solutions 


In the IP telephony industry, there are multiple inventions taking place, and based on that multiple solutions are invented. Originally, VoIP switches were made up of hardware infrastructure. However now, you can find the Software switch only, which is the full form of a Softswitch. 


There are 5 different types of VoIP Softswitch solutions based on the functionalities they have: 


Class 1 Softswitch 


It was used as a gateway for long distance calling. It is not in use anymore. 


Class 2 Softswitch 


This Softswitch was used to interconnect states, towns, and cities originally. It is also not in use anymore. 


Class 3 Softswitch 


This VoIP Softswitch software was also performing the same job as a class 2 Softswitch and it is also outdated in the VoIP industry. 


Class 4 Softswitch 


It is the most popular VoIP Softswitch solution in the 21st century. It is used for interconnecting carriers in a local telephone network and routing calls from source to international destinations. It handles calls in massive numbers, which is why it is also known as a wholesale Softswitch. The major job of this switch is routing calls from source to destination, which is why the major features of a class 4 Softswitch are related to call distribution. 


Class 5 Softswitch 


It is a retail Softswitch and it is also widely in use nowadays. It consists of several features for communication and collaboration to empower business phone systems with cheaper yet better means of telecommunication. It connects local users of this Softswitch and provides them enhanced communication experience. Thus, its features are related to communication and collaboration. 


Concluding notes 


In conclusion, out of 5 available Softswitch solutions, only class 4 and class 5 Softswitch solutions are in use in the industry. ASTPP is one of the leading providers of the best VoIP Softswitch solution. They also provide the required assistance and added services to use these wholesale and/ or retail Softswitch optimally and empower your business models. If you are interested in knowing more about the offerings of Softswitch solutions of ASTPP, please visit  

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