How To Connect to a Linux Server from Mac

In this tutorial we will explain the easiest way to connect to your Linux VPS or Dedicated server from your Mac.

In this tutorial we will explain the easiest way to connect to your Linux VPS or Dedicated server from your Mac.

Prerequisites:

  • PC or laptop with MacOS.
  • Terminal  (comes pre-installed with MacOS)
  • Internet Access
  • Active Linux VPS or Linux Dedicated Server
  • Your server’s IP address, Username and Password (can be found from within the myNetShop portal)

Step 1 – Run Terminal

Click the Spotlight icon. It’s the magnifying glass in the upper-right corner of the screen. See below screenshot for reference.

Type terminal in the search field. Then double click the result to open the terminal.

Step 2 – Connect via SSH

A new window with the terminal app will open.

Enter the command: ssh root@your-server-IP-address

Then provide your password and hit Enter.

On your first login attempt the system will ask if you are sure you want to connect. Type yes and hit Enter.

Congratulations! You are now connected to your Linux server via Terminal on Mac.

How To Connect to a Linux Server with PuTTy from Windows 10/11

In this tutorial we will explain the easiest way to connect to your Linux server from a Windows 10/11 workstation.

In this tutorial we will explain the easiest way to connect to your Linux server from a Windows 10/11 workstation.

Prerequisites:

  • PC or Laptop with Windows.
  • Putty software (32-bit Download , 64-bit Download)
  • Internet Access
  • Active Linux VPS or Linux Dedicated Server
  • Your server’s IP address, Username and Password (can be found from within the myNetShop portal)

Step 1 – Run Putty

Click on the search bar at the left bottom of your Windows 10/11 screen and type Putty  as shown below. Click on the Putty icon to launch the software.

Step 2 – Connect via SSH

Host Name (or IP Address): Enter your server’s IP Address
Port: 22 (Default)
Connection type: Click SSH

Then click the Open button as shown below.

Congratulations! You are now connected on your Linux server from Windows via PuTTY (SSH).

How To Connect to a Linux Server from Linux Ubuntu

In this tutorial we will explain the easiest way to connect to your Linux server from a Linux laptop/PC in two easy steps.

In this tutorial we will explain the easiest way to connect to a Linux server from your Linux laptop/PC. For the purposes of this tutorial we have used a laptop running on Ubuntu 20.04 with Gnome. The steps should work with almost all Linux distributions on Gnome or any other GUI.

Prerequisites:

  • PC or Laptop with Ubuntu 20.4 (or any other similar linux distribution with GUI).
  • Terminal (pre-installed on Ubuntu)
  • Internet Access
  • Active Linux VPS or Linux Dedicated Server
  • Your server’s IP address, Username and Password (can be found from within the myNetShop portal)

Step 1 – Open Terminal

If you have CLI Linux proceed in step 2. If you have GUI Linux Open the terminal.

  • You can find the terminal on the launch bar or Click on the Show Applications in the left bottom and search for ‘terminal’ and click it as shown below.

Step 2 – Connect via SSH

A new window with the terminal application will open. Write the command:

ssh root@your-server-IP-address

Enter your server’s password once prompted and hit Enter.

For the first login attempt the system will ask if you are sure you want to connect. Type yes and hit Enter.

Congratulations! You are now connected to your Linux server via SSH.

Liquidity Bridge Hosting: The Key for a Reliable Forex Trading Infrastructure

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at why a Forex liquidity bridge is important, and what to consider when choosing a data center for liquidity bridge hosting.

When making trading decisions, liquidity is a key consideration for investors. Liquidity is used to measure the level of activity that takes place in the financial market, which is especially important when trading different currencies as it indicates a pair’s, like EUR/USD, ability to be traded without having a significant impact on its exchange rate.

With that being said, a liquidity bridge has become a fundamental component in bridging trading platforms, like MT4, MT5 or cTrader, with liquidity providers, and thus an essential tool for Brokers. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at why a liquidity bridge is important, and what to consider when choosing a data center for liquidity bridge hosting.

What is a Liquidity Bridge

A liquidity bridge, or simply ‘bridge’, is essentially software that acts as the intermediary between a trading platform and liquidity providers. Utilizing a liquidity bridge has become crucial for brokers as not only does it offer direct market access, but also faster trade execution, reduced slippage and enhanced security.

Why a Liquidity Bridge is Important to Retail and Institutional Forex Brokers

Liquidity bridges have become the industry standard for both retail and institutional Forex Brokers. By forming the bridge between the trading platform and the liquidity providers on the other end, brokers are assured that each trade is correctly pushed and cleared before reporting back to the trading platform.

One of the main features of a liquidity bridge is that it provides the ability to set pricing markups, ultimately expanding the options and customization capabilities a broker has when making a product offering. A liquidity bridge also enables brokers to buy and sell assets as close to the market price as possible by providing a single point of connectivity to multiple liquidity sources through an aggregated price feed.

Bridge software also provides tools to improve a broker’s risk-management system by giving them the ability to route orders, as well as diverse exposure and advanced reporting. Ultimately, by implementing bridge technology, brokers can effectively streamline their work, resulting in higher profits.

Key Points to Consider when Choosing a Data Center for Liquidity Bridge Hosting

As an integral part of your trading infrastructure, finding the right data center for liquidity bridge hosting is paramount, so it’s crucial to consider the following:

Location & Latency

The unwavering stability and performance of a liquidity bridge is elementary to the seamless execution of trades, and the location of your data center is the key to achieving that. Opting for a data center in a strategic financial location offers an optimal environment for attaining the ultra-low latency required for a high-quality connection.

Most of the Liquidity Providers are hosted in London and New York Data centers. Contact us for pricing information and latency results.

Security

Your chosen data center should be located somewhere safe and at low risk of natural disasters, whilst also featuring the highest standards of redundancy. Be sure to check that the data center you choose is fully certified and compliant with regulatory requirements. Finally, a data center or hosting provider that can protect your infrastructure from DDoS attacks is a big plus too.

Support

Having around-the-clock support should also be a priority when choosing a data center. It’s important to note that the integration process of a liquidity bridge could sometimes require additional support, and having a responsive team to assist you could prove extremely valuable.  

List of the Best Liquidity Bridge Providers

With years of experience in the financial market, NetShop ISP has gained huge industry insight through the analysis of customer statistics that were used to compile this list of popular liquidity bridge providers.

  1. Brokeree
  2. Match-Trade
  3. Gold-I
  4. B2Broker
  5. Tools4Brokers (T4B)
  6. FX Bridge Technologies
  7. oneZero
  8. FXCubic

Best 5 Open Source Web Servers in 2022

In this article we will take a look at the 5 most popular open source web servers in 2022.

2022 marks 31 years since the first ever web server went online back in 1991. Today, there are many different types of servers, built for specific purposes and technologies. In fact, according to W3Techs, 80% of websites and web applications are powered by open source web servers, so in this article we’re going to break down the best five.

Open Source Web Server Stats 2022

What is a web server

Simply put, a web server is the system used to deliver web pages over the internet, ensuring a smooth and secure connection between the server and client using HTTP. Effectively, the server hosting the website will receive a request from the client, finds the webpage from its directory and sends it to the client’s browser.

An open source web server means that the software’s original code is public-domain and can be viewed, copied and edited depending on the terms of its license. So let’s take a look at the 5 most popular open source web servers.

Best open source web servers

Apache HTTP Server

Apache HTTP, otherwise referred to simply as Apache or httpd, is one of the most well-known web servers. Since its release in 1995, Apache has steadily risen in popularity, powering a huge majority of all websites. Although most commonly run on Linux infrastructure, it’s also available on other popular operating systems like Windows and Mac OS X.

Written in C programming language, Apache web servers are fast, reliable and generally easily customizable environments. Its modular architecture allows for additional modules to be added in order to extend its functionality, like mod_proxy to allow for a proxy on the server or mod_ssl for SSL encryption support – amongst many others.

NGINX

NGINX, pronounced Engine-X, was publicly released in 2004 as an answer to the C10K problem, which effectively means it can handle ten thousand concurrent connections and clients. In fact, the high-performance web server has recently overtaken Apache HTTP for the first in terms of usage, according to W3Techs.

In order to handle a huge number of concurrent sessions, NGINX uses an asynchronous event-driven architecture. Its easy scalability and efficiency in terms of resource utilization is what has made the web server so popular, especially for hosting high-traffic websites.

Apache Tomcat

Unlike Apache HTTP and NGINX, Apache Tomcat is not necessarily an ordinary web server but rather a Java servlet which extends the functionalities of the server. Apache Tomcat also implements technical specifications of the Java platform, ultimately making it an optimal environment for running Java applications.

Node.js

Used for building web applications in Javascript, Node.js is first and foremost a server-side runtime environment with an HTTP module to extend its functionality to that of a web server. Although it powers a relatively small amount of websites, Node.js has generated a lot of attention, especially in terms of hosting real-time web applications.

Lighttpd

Known for being highly economical with regards to resources like CPU, and its low memory requirement, Lighttpd is optimized for efficiency. Being built on the asynchronous request handling model is what makes it the ideal solution for hosting high-performance web applications. Although oftentimes compared to NGINX, Lighttpd has continued to grow in popularity due to its simplicity and speed optimization.

Choose the right Web Server with NetShop ISP

Need help deciding the best web server or hosting solution for your needs? Get expert advice from our team to guarantee your website runs efficiently.

NetShop ISP is an award-winning Hosting Provider with privately-owned Infrastructure in Cyprus, Malta, United Kingdom, The Netherlands, Singapore, United States and Hong Kong.

NetShop ISP Completes Casino Games Audit for Slots Development Company, Fugaso

NetShop ISP is pleased to announce the successful completion of the casino games audit recently carried out for Casino Slots Development Company, Fugaso. The extensive audit began back in April in an attempt to stress-test Fugaso’s games performance and provide suggestions for optimisation on a CDN, Infrastructure and other technologies perspectives.

NetShop ISP is pleased to announce the successful completion of the casino games audit recently carried out for Casino Slots Development Company, Fugaso. The extensive audit began back in April in an attempt to stress-test Fugaso’s games performance and provide suggestions for optimisation on a CDN, Infrastructure and other technologies perspectives.

Fugaso, which is short for Future Gaming Solutions, is an iGaming Software Provider and Game Development Company that was founded in 2016. Since launching, Fugaso has made a massive impact within the online gaming industry, predominantly within the European market. With a focus on growth and a commitment to high quality offerings, Fugaso turned to NetShop ISP for a technical audit of their infrastructure.

The audit took part in stages, and began by firstly gathering the necessary business and infrastructure details as well as Fugaso’s server and traffic data. An extensive Gameplay and Data flow analysis was then carried out in order to gauge performance and complete a technical evaluation. NetShop ISP’s CEO, Stefano Sordini, comments “An infrastructure audit like this is essential for Casino Game Providers to maintain efficiency and improve overall business performance.”

Speaking about the audit, Fugaso’s CEO, Niko Mazger, said “I am very happy with the decision to undergo this infrastructure audit with NetShop ISP. It has highlighted some really valuable points and technical suggestions that we are able to implement.”

About NetShop ISP’s iGaming Solutions

NetShop ISP has been the recipient of multiple iGaming awards since launching in 2004, and provides compliant and comprehensive hosting services, as well as iGaming start-up support, documentation drafting and casino games audits, as outlined.  

For more information on our iGaming solutions, visit our dedicated page or have a chat with a member of our team.

How To Install Zimbra 9 on Ubuntu 20.04 Server using Automatic Installer

In this article we will show you, step-by-step, how to get a Zimbra 9 server deployed on Ubuntu 18 or Ubuntu 20 using the automatic installer.

Earlier this month, Zimbra introduced an installer script, named zinstaller, which takes care of the entire installation of Zimbra server in just three simple commands.

The installer is compatible, at this point, with Ubuntu 18 and Ubuntu 20 operating systems. In this article we will show you, step-by-step, how to get a Zimbra 9 server deployed using the automatic installer.

Step 1 – Deploy Ubuntu 20.04 Virtual Server

Any Virtual Server (VPS) ordered from NetShop ISP is deployed within 30 seconds. Simply go to the Virtual Servers page and choose your desired VPS plan. Here are the minimum hardware specifications for a Zimbra 9 OSE:

  • 16GB RAM
  • 4 vCPU
  • 10GB of Hard Disk

During the checkout process you will be asked to choose Operating System. Choose Ubuntu 18.04 or Ubuntu 20.04 and you are good to go!

Step 2 – Create Hostname & MX Record

Once your Ubuntu Server is ready login as root and run this command:

hostnamectl set-hostname mail.mycompany.com

Now, login to your Domain Registrar and create the following DNS records:

Hostname: mail.mycompany.com
TTL: 600
DNS Record Type: A
IP Address: your_ubuntu_server_IP_address

and

Hostname: mycompany.com (or “@”)
TTL: 600
DNS Record Type: MX
Priority: 0
MX Record: mail.mycompany.com (or your_ubuntu_server_IP_address)

Step 3 – Run the zInstaller script

Once the DNS propagation completes, your Ubuntu server should be reachable under mail.mycompany.com. You are now ready to install Zimbra 9 server using the zinstaller script.

As root, enter the following commands on your Ubuntu server:

wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Zimbra/zinstaller/master/zinstaller -O /root/zinstaller

Then type:

chmod +x /root/zinstaller

Finally, run the installer script using the following command with these parameters:

/root/zinstaller -p put-a-password-here -n mail -t 'Europe/London' mycompany.com

You are done! Your Zimbra 9 server has been successfully installed using a 90-day trial license.

NetShop ISP Announces Reinforcement of myNetShop Security with Multi-Factor Authentication

NetShop Internet Services, a leading Cloud hosting & Data Center provider, announce today a major update of the myNetShop portal with Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) capabilities.

NetShop Internet Services, a leading Cloud hosting & Data Center provider, announce today a major update of the myNetShop portal with Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) capabilities.

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requires a user to present two or more pieces of evidence, or factors, for authentication. When enabled, the MFA requires the user to enter a time-based one-time password PIN from an Authenticator app that is installed on the user’s smartphone device.

The following Authenticator apps can be used by our customers in myNetShop portal:

“With over 5,000 active customers using myNetShop for managing their hosting products and services, ensuring information security is our top priority. With multi-factor authentication now enabled, users are required to input a time-based code from their smartphone device after correctly entering their password,” says Emily Morfaki, CRM Manager at NetShop ISP.

The MFA is available at no extra cost and can be applied to new and existing customers, simply by enabling the Multi-factor Authentication from the Account Security settings.

Magento 2 Hosting: Recommended Hardware Requirements

In this article we will discuss what are the hardware requirements for a Magento 2 decent performance.

If you are looking for a powerful Content Management System (CMS) to build and host an e-commerce website, Magento is, probably, the best option around. Magento was first released in 2008 and, later on, in 2018 was acquired by Adobe at a price of $1.68 billion.

In contrast to other CMS systems (WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, etc), Magento requires higher specifications on the hosting environment in order to perform better and faster. In this article we will discuss what Magento 2 hardware requirements are for a decent performance.

Hosting Magento 2 on Dedicated or Virtual Server?

One of the most common questions by developers and business owners is whether Shared hosting is suitable for the Magento 2 platform.

Technically, Magento 2 can be installed on a Shared web hosting plan. Your hosting provider may need to install some additional packages and libraries in order for the Magento to be installed without errors.

Running Magento on a shared hosting environment will have in impact on its performance. From our own experience as well as the official recommendation by Magento’s developers, it’s highly recommended to go for a VPS or even a Dedicated Server for hosting.

Recommended Hardware Requirements for Magento 2

The following recommendations are based on our experience with a large database of our customers who use Magento 2.4.x.

CPU Cores

If you are hosting Magento 2 (M2) on Virtual Server look for a plan that offers 2 vCPU or higher.

For Dedicated Servers it is recommended that you go for a plan that offers Quad Core 2.4GHz or higher.

RAM Memory

According to the official Magento 2 system requirements your server (virtual or dedicated) will need at least 2GB of RAM.

Disks

For a Magento 2 system to be used in production you should use only SSD drives due to the frequent read/write operations.

In terms of disk size you should choose a capacity of 20GB or higher. For e-commerce stores with thousands of products added you may consider 100GB of SSD storage.

Tips for Magento 2 Speed Performance

Based on experience for optimizing Magento e-commerce platforms, you may consider the following tips in order to speed up your Magento 2 store.

Caching

Caching is one of the most effective ways to improve website performance. 

The Adobe Commerce and Magento Open Source page cache library contains a simple PHP reverse proxy that enables full page caching out of the box. A reverse proxy acts as an intermediary between visitors and your application and can reduce the load on your server.

Most popular and recommended caching tool is Varnish. However you can use the default caching mechanism provided by Magento 2, which stores cache files in any of the following:

  • File system (You don’t need to do anything to use file-based caching.)
  • Database
  • Redis


High Network between Magento Nodes

To achieve the highest performance of your Magento 2 store you need sufficient network bandwidth and low latency among your web server node(s), database(s) and caching server(s). This will help to prevent bottlenecks on read/write operations.

If you are deploying a single server for all Magento components then you only need to ensure a high speed public network, such as 1Gbit.

Get Fully Managed VPS for Magento

Magento 2 is a great CMS for running and managing an e-commerce store. One of the most popular VPS plans our customers use to get started is the DUAL VPS in Amsterdam which comes with 2 vCPU, 2GB RAM, 60GB SSD.

During checkout you may choose to have a Fully Managed Hosting service for just €45 per month. In this way you can concentrate on managing your e-commerce business and let us manage the hosting environment for you.

3 Important Things To Know About Trading Signals

Copying and using trading signals is a common practice for traders. In this article, we will understand what these signals are and are they worth the risk or not.

Whether you are new to Forex trading or an experienced trader, you need to use trading signals to keep track of all the changes in the market, applying different strategies, thereby increasing the chances of a good deal. After choosing the FCA-regulated Forex broker to trade with, the trader can start thinking about trading signals as well.

Copying and using trading signals is a common practice for traders. In this article, we will understand what these signals are and are they worth the risk or not.

What are Trading Signals

Trading signals are tools that help a trader make decisions to buy or sell trading instruments under certain market conditions. 

How do trading signals work and in what ways do they ”inform” the trader about what is happening? Basically, the data is reported due to technical and fundamental analysis.

When choosing a trading signal, pay attention to the fact that the signal is both easy to use and safe as well.

Types of Forex Signals

Let’s consider a few types of Forex signals:

Paid and free signals

Value-based classification is the most common. Some service providers offer payment for trading signals while others provide the tool without expecting any form of compensation from the trader’s side.

Entry and exit signals

There are signals for opening a trading position in the market, and the ones for closing a position. Accordingly, input signal providers offer signals for opening a position, and output signal providers for closing a market position.

Manual and automated signals

Manual trading signals are carried out with the help of the human factor, namely, the signals generated by the trader. And the automated ones are generated by computer. 

Different brokers will have unique sets of trading signals to offer and this can be used as criteria when choosing which one works for you most effectively. Check out the TriumphFX review to consider the opportunity to trade via a reputable broker.

Why do people duplicate trading signals?

Let’s start with the fact that traders save time by copying signals. 

It is not a secret that time is the most valuable resource. The most common reason for this is that traders feel like they are running out of resources, and the acceleration in trading speeds means it can be done quicker than before so there is more opportunity to make money faster if you have an effective system or strategy behind your trades. 

Most traders copy signals because they trust the ‘’proven method”. After all, if a trade is successfully executed by millions of people then most likely it cannot do any harm and will be beneficial for traders as well – resulting in an easy way to achieve the trading goals. 

We would also like to mention that the price of this trading tool is relatively low, if not free. That can be the reason why people copy trading signals as well. 

Summarizing all, we can say that the main reasons to duplicate the signals are:

  • saving time
  • trust
  • cheapness and availability

Are they worth the risk?

Each broker must answer this question independently. It is easy for Forex traders to get excited and lose most of their fortune in cases where the competent use these tools incorrectly or do not have enough experience with them.

There are many cases when traders began considering trading as gambling and lost most of their investments. But there are also lots of examples when the competent use of trading signals leads to profitable transactions.

Undoubtedly the choice of a trading signal has its influence, too. After all, no one ever expects the same results from paid and free services, right?

Why are the trading signals popular?

The number of trading signals is growing day by day. In parallel with it, the popularity of this trading tool is also growing. 

Trading signals can be an excellent starting point if the beginner is not sure where to start or what steps should take place first when getting into investing the assets. They are meant to be pragmatic and simple in use, so their popularity in the market may reflect this fact too.

Conclusion

Trading signals are powerful tools that can be useful both for experienced traders and beginners. As you already know, signals can be of different types which significantly increases the range of potential consumers. 

The article introduced you to the trading signal at all, its types, and the reasons for copying the latter. 

All you have to do is to pick up a reliable broker who will offer you that trading tools and keep your investments safe.

Bare Metal Server vs. Virtual Machine (VM): What Performs Better

In this article, we’ll outline the key differences between a bare metal server and a virtual machine and compare the performance of each.

Choosing between a bare metal server and a virtual machine can oftentimes be a difficult decision. Ultimately, the verdict boils down to which will work better for your overall business operations and align with your IT requirements. In this article, we’ll outline the key differences between a bare metal server and a virtual machine and compare the performance of each.

What is a Bare Metal Server

The term bare metal refers to the actual physical machine, otherwise known as a dedicated server or single-tenant server. As the name suggests, a bare metal dedicated server is dedicated to a single client (tenant), and is in no way shared with any other tenants, offering the user complete control over their server infrastructure.

What is a Virtual Machine (VM)

A Virtual Machine (VM) is created within a bare metal server via server virtualization, meaning one physical machine can run multiple virtual machines. In short, virtualization is a process that forms a software-based version of a computer, which allows multiple systems to share the same physical resources like RAM and CPU.

A comparison of Bare Metal vs. VM

Performance

When it comes to performance, generally speaking and without including other factors such as scalability and cost, a bare metal server performs consistently higher than a VM. A bare metal server is typically more powerful than a virtual machine due to resource dedication, making it a more reliable choice for resource-heavy applications.

Although a virtual machine is an isolated environment within a dedicated server with its own allocated resources, there are factors that may impact its performance. VMs face an initial decrease of performance from the installation of the hypervisor alone, as well as a potential drainage of communal resources from neighbouring tenants; these repercussions are known as the Hypervisor Tax and Noisy Neighbour Effect. With that being said, a VM can potentially perform better than a bare metal server at times, but with regard to overall consistency, a bare metal server far outweighs it in terms of performance.

Cost

Comparing the costs between a bare metal server and a virtual machine is somewhat tricky because the billing model for each one differs. In general, a bare metal server is the more expensive option of the two. In addition to performance, opting for a bare metal server also provides consistency in terms of pricing as you’re charged the same amount on a monthly basis, whereas the costs for a virtual machine may vary depending on the resources used within a given period. Overall, virtual machines are definitely the more cost-effective of the two and offer greater control and flexibility in terms of pricing, as well as scalability.

Security

Possibly one of the biggest concerns of those deciding between bare metal and virtual servers is security. Bare metal servers are generally considered the most secure of the two as they are single-tenant systems and therefore considered safer and more robust than their multi-tenant counterparts. However, in the event of disaster, recovery of a virtual machine can take as little as minutes, whereas a bare metal server could potentially need days.

Deciding between a Bare Metal Server and Virtual Machine

A bare metal server and virtual machine are both excellent hosting options, but before deciding between the two it’s important to first weigh up the pros and cons depending on your business needs. If you require a flexible and affordable hosting option, a virtual machine may be your best choice. If, on the other hand, you require high processing power, it’s best to opt for a bare metal server. 

Deploy your Server with NetShop ISP

NetShop ISP offers both Cloud VPS and Bare-metal Servers in carrier-neutral data centers situated in key global locations. Visit our website for more information on our hosting solutions or chat with an expert for more help on finding the right hosting choice for your business.  

What’s New in 3CX V18 Release

In this article, we will take a closer look at the new features and improvements of 3CX V18 Cloud telephony system.

Released in October 2021, 3CX Version 18 offers heightened quality audio and unwavering reliability. All of the improvements of the version 18 update were designed to drastically enhance customer communication. Version 18 offers an improved, comprehensive solution for both internal and client communications through voice, live chat or video. In this article, we will take a closer look at the new features and improvements of 3CX V18.

What is 3CX

3CX is a communications system that seamlessly connects customers and co-workers. Designed for effective remote working, the software-based private branch exchange (PBX) is used by thousands of businesses and organisations worldwide. Based on the SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) standard, 3CX enables users to make calls via PSTN or VoIP services.

3CX users have access to a range of communication tools like instant messaging, video conferencing, voicemail and fax, and is easily accessible across all desktop and mobile devices.

3CX V18: What’s Changed

Desktop App

The version 18 update has eliminated the need for a browser extension through the creation of a Windows Desktop App. The desktop app uses the same Electron framework as both Teams and Whatsapp, offering a heightened user experience by allowing users to easily answer calls without having to switch between apps.

Improved Mobile Apps

V18 has also seen the mobile apps undergo extensive upgrades for seamless remote working. This includes better codec management as well as improved reconnection in case of a network change. In collaboration with Google and Apple, 3CX V18 has also enhanced the reliability of push notifications to ensure users never miss a call or message. The version 18 updates also provide additional support for hands-free and Bluetooth devices as well as the integration of Siri for iOS users.

Teams Integration

Probably the most anticipated update was the Teams SIP Proxy, which provides 3CX users a cost-effective and seamless experience when dialling Teams users and vice versa. 3CX users can now take advantage of low cost tariffs offered by SIP providers for both domestic and international calls to effectively cut costs.

Enhanced performance and security

Finally, V18 has gone through extensive changes to enhance performance by using G711 to reduce transcoding to ultimately lessen processor usage, resulting in better audio quality and faster recovery from network drops. The update has also improved security features, having achieved an A+ on Qualys labs and A on Immunilabs. Updated to Debian 10 and upgraded to the latest .NET core, version 18 has focused on strengthening security having enabled easy call encryption with a simple SRTP configuration.

Deploy 3CX on Cloud or Dedicated Server

With Data Centers spanning across 7 continents, NetShop ISP makes it easy to deploy 3CX on either Cloud or Dedicated Server. Benefit from high-speed connectivity and around-the-clock support with NetShop ISP. For more information, contact our support team today.