Linux PBX vs Ozeki PBX

When choosing a Public Branch eXchange (PBX, which switches calls to the appropriate extensions), there are certain factors that you need to consider before deciding on one of them. This article has been written to explain the differences in operating systems. I suggest that you should read it and also watch the video before making such a major decision.

Old Linux PBX's are the best choice if somebody needs a PBX and is an expert at Linux, since it operates with only UNIX (operating system for several users and multi-tasking) based Operating Systems.

But if you have Windows running on your computer, or you have no idea what Linux or UNIX is, then I would suggest you to learn more about the Ozeki Phone System, because then it is the PBX you need.

Configuration

A Linux PBX is easier to customise as it is open source, but if you are not familiar with the operating system it will not help you much. Configuration of a Linux PBX usually takes place in Terminal, which (if you remember it) looks like DOS (Disc Operating System, which is a non-graphical command-based operating system, which looks like a command line), as seen in Figure 1.

If you do not remember it, then I will tell you it does not have a Graphical User Interface, so you will not be able to choose options from a menu, but you will have to type in the appropriate commands.

The Ozeki Phone System, however, is neither Linux based, nor hard to customise. Its Graphical User Interface (as you can see it in Figure 1) makes it as easy as counting to 10. It has a simply understandable and clear menu, where you can easily choose whatever you wish to configure, and by typing in some data, which you can probably read from the contracts with your service providers. It is a lot easier, right?

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Figure 1 - Linux PBX vs. Ozeki PBX

Operation System (OS)

Another aspect that you should become familiar with in order that your PBX would properly work is whether your network is Windows-based or not. Because if it is, then you should forget about a Linux PBX, as there is little chance your network will work with it.

Both Linux and Windows are operating systems, which are a set of programs that make your hardware work. All the applications you install on it later, need an operating system to function. Most programs are designed to work on Windows, which the Ozeki Phone System supports.

That is why it is important that you know which one you are working with. If you have a Windows OS (you most likely do) then the Ozeki Phone System is the PBX you need, because it is a PBX that will work on your network.

If you are an expert at Linux and networking, then you can choose a complicated Linux PBX. However, the Ozeki Phone System is so flexible that it supports practically every operating system, so no matter if you get a new one in the meantime, the Ozeki Phone System will always work for you.

The Ozeki Phone System is easy to manage, multifunctional, and is flexible in more ways than you can imagine. You do not need to worry about your devices, your locality, your OS, the number of extensions needed and so on. The Ozeki Phone System will solve any problems that occur, though they are not really to be expected.

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For a better understanding, please watch our video:

Linux PBX vs. Ozeki PBX (Video tutorial)

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