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How to Set Up a Minecraft Java Edition Server
A step-by-step guide to running your own always-on Minecraft: Java Edition server on a Linux VPS — from Java to Paper, ports and 24/7 uptime.
How to choose VPS specs: CPU, RAM and NVMe
vCPU, RAM, NVMe and bandwidth — which numbers actually matter for your project? A practical guide to sizing a VPS so you don't overpay or run out of memory.
VPS vs shared vs dedicated vs cloud hosting
Confused by hosting tiers? Here's a clear, no-jargon comparison of shared, VPS, dedicated and cloud hosting — what each gives you, what it costs, and who should pick which.
What is a VPS? A plain-English guide
A VPS gives you a private slice of a powerful server — full root access, guaranteed resources, and your own OS — for far less than a dedicated machine. Here's how it works.
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