Question 1

How do I install rtpengine on Ubuntu or Debian?

Accepted Answer

Check the Compiling and Installing documentation on Read-the-Docs, which includes Debian package instructions. The GitHub workflows show Debian packaging CI, ensuring reliable builds for these distributions.

Question 2

rtpengine vs rtpproxy: which is better for Kamailio?

Accepted Answer

rtpengine is a modern replacement with more features like ICE and SRTP support. If you need advanced capabilities and are using Kamailio, rtpengine is generally preferable, though rtpproxy might suffice for basic needs.

Question 3

Can rtpengine handle WebSocket connections for WebRTC apps?

Accepted Answer

Yes, rtpengine supports HTTP, HTTPS, WebSocket (WS), and WSS interfaces, making it suitable for WebRTC applications that use these protocols, as noted in the README's features.

Question 4

What are the benefits of in-kernel forwarding in rtpengine?

Accepted Answer

In-kernel forwarding reduces latency and CPU usage by processing packets directly in kernel space, with a fallback to userspace if unavailable, enhancing performance for high-traffic VoIP systems.

Question 5

How to configure rtpengine for call recording with decryption?

Accepted Answer

Refer to the call recording documentation on Read-the-Docs, which explains how to set up recording of media streams, including decrypted recording when SRTP is used, leveraging its SRTP support.

Question 6

Is rtpengine suitable for small business VoIP systems?

Accepted Answer

While powerful, rtpengine's complexity and Linux requirement might be overkill for small setups; simpler proxies like rtpproxy could be better unless you need advanced features like transcoding or ICE.

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