osTicket
Widely deployed PHP ticketing from web, email, and phone forms.
Why it is included
Widely deployed PHP ticketing from web, email, and phone forms.
Best for
Classic IT help desks and MSPs.
Strengths
- Open source
- Transparent development
Limitations
- Verify license fit for your deployment
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