Does asterisk support sip call services like call hold, xfer

does asterisk support sip call services like call hold, xfer, waiting anf conferencing.
if yes then what are the configuratiosn required at asterisk.
also what are the requirements at the sip UE/terminal in order to invoke these services.
can anyone provide sample configuation/examples.

Yes,

Buy or download the book linked below.

Any good endpoint will support those services (I like and use the polycoms).

http://www.oreilly.com/catalog/9780596510480/index.html