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VENTUREGAPS

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294 curated software tools across 21 categories. No marketing hype. Just the facts.

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HumHub

OPEN SRC

Your own social network, your way.

ADEQUATE
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Iceshrimp.NET

OPEN SRC

Federated microblogging server that communicates over ActivityPub.

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Isso

OPEN SRC

Lightweight commenting server written in Python and Javascript. It aims to be a drop-in replacement for Disqus

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Loomio

OPEN SRC

Collaborative decision-making tool that makes it easy for anyone to participate in decisions which affect them

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ngircd

OPEN SRC

Portable and lightweight Internet Relay Chat server for small or private networks

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Quassel IRC

OPEN SRC

Distributed IRC client, meaning that one (or multiple) client(s) can attach to and detach from a central core.

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Robust IRC

OPEN SRC

IRC without netsplits. Distributed IRC server, based on RobustSession protocol

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The Lounge

OPEN SRC

Host and control your own modern web IRC client.

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UnrealIRCd

OPEN SRC

Modular, advanced and highly configurable IRC server written in C for Linux, BSD, Windows, and macOS

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Weechat

OPEN SRC

Fast light and extensible IRC client for the terminal

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Asterisk

OPEN SRC

Easy to use but advanced IP PBX system, VoIP gateway and conference server

APPROVED
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Flexisip

OPEN SRC

Complete, modular and scalable SIP server, includes a push gateway, to deliver SIP incoming calls or text messages on mobile device platforms where push notifications are required to receive information when the app is not active in the foreground

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Freepbx

OPEN SRC

Web-based open source GUI that controls and manages Asterisk

APPROVED
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FreeSWITCH

OPEN SRC

Scalable open source cross-platform telephony platform

APPROVED
F

FusionPBX

OPEN SRC

Web interface for multi-platform voice switch called FreeSWITCH

ADEQUATE
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Kamailio

OPEN SRC

The modular SIP server for building scalable VoIP and real-time communication platforms.

APPROVED
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openSIPS

OPEN SRC

SIP proxy/server for voice, video, IM, presence and any other SIP extensions

APPROVED
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Routr

OPEN SRC

Lightweight SIP proxy, location server, and registrar for a reliable and scalable SIP infrastructure.

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SIP3

OPEN SRC

See, solve, and secure every VoIP call.

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SIPCAPTURE Homer

OPEN SRC

Monitor, troubleshoot, and analyze every VoIP call with clarity.

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Wazo

OPEN SRC

Full-featured IPBX solution built atop Asterisk with integrated Web administration interface and REST-ful API

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Yeti-Switch

OPEN SRC

Transit class4 softswitch(SBC) with integrated billing and routing engine and REST API.

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Akkoma

OPEN SRC

Federated microblogging server with Mastodon, GNU social, and ActivityPub compatibility

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C

chasquid

OPEN SRC

SMTP (email) server with a focus on simplicity, security, and ease of operation

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HOW WE REVIEW SOFTWARE

Every tool in the VentureGaps directory is evaluated through comprehensive research, verified user feedback, and data-driven analysis. We assess pricing transparency, feature depth, user satisfaction, and integration capabilities. Our ratings reflect real-world usage patterns and publicly available data — not paid placements. The directory is continuously updated to reflect the latest changes in pricing, features, and market positioning.

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