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Factors that Differentiate Class 4 & Class 5 Softswitch

The VoIP and Unified Communication industry is booming. The VoIP industry generated total revenue of $14.1 billion in the US in 2020 alone (IBISWorld, 2020). Instead of relying on the traditional phone system, businesses can save up to 75% when opting for VoIP. (BullsEye Telecom, 2019). Equipped with a capable device, good internet connectivity, and a compatible headset, businesses can use VoIP to reduce calling costs while increasing productivity. You may wonder how a software-based calling mechanism can manage to replace traditional telephone exchange, especially call-switching. This is where Softswitch comes into the picture. What is Softswitch, and How is it classified? Softswitch is the acronym of Software Switch, and it is used in VoIP core network to control calls and process media streams. It can route VoIP calls & traffic across carriers and enable services such as switching elements,  VoIP billing , directory services, network signaling, etc. It is safe to state that a