[CS-FSLUG] WiFi phones

[Frank Bax]

Jim Isbell, W5JAI wrote:
> What is asterisk.  I use the magicjack


Asterisk is free open-source PBX software.  It's often used for VoIP; 
but with proper hardware adapters; you can interface with your local 
telco line and existing wired phones (like Linksys SPA3102).  Here's a 
video about Asterisk setup:
	http://revision3.com/systm/asterisk/

When I purchase a WiFi phone; I should be able to take that phone to any 
public WiFi access point in the world; connect (over internet) to my 
Asterisk server at home; then make a call using my home's telco line.

Asterisk can also interface with Skype; so that when the WiFi device 
connects to Asterisk server; it can go through Skype (similar to "9" for 
outside line at the office).

What is magicjack?

Frank