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How Much RAM Does a Minecraft Server Need?
How much RAM does a Minecraft server actually need? Real numbers for vanilla, plugins, and modpacks by player count.
How to Host a Create Mod Minecraft Server
The Create mod adds mechanical contraptions and automation. Here's how to host a Create-based server on Linux, solo mod or full pack.
How to Set Up an RLCraft Server on a VPS
RLCraft is a brutal, popular Forge modpack. This guide sets up a dedicated RLCraft server on a Linux VPS the right way.
How to Add Mods to a Minecraft Server (Forge & Fabric)
Once Forge or Fabric is installed, this is how you actually add, update, and troubleshoot mods on a Minecraft server without crashes.
VPS vs shared hosting: which do you need?
Shared hosting is cheap and simple; a VPS gives you real resources and root access. Here's how to tell which one your project actually calls for.
Linux swap and OOM tuning for small VPS plans
Out of memory? Learn how swap works, how to add a swap file, tune swappiness, and understand the OOM killer so your small VPS stays stable under pressure.
How much does web hosting cost? A realistic breakdown
Hosting prices range from free to hundreds a month. Here's what actually drives the cost and what a real project should budget at each stage.
Best VPS Specs for a Palworld Server
Palworld is RAM-hungry. Exactly how much memory and CPU you need by player count, why NVMe matters for saves, and the specs to look for before you buy.
How Much Does It Cost to Run a Rust Server?
Rust is heavier than most games to host. A realistic cost breakdown by map size and player count, plus why wipe day is your true sizing target.
.com vs .io vs .dev vs .gg: choosing a TLD
The ending of your domain sends a signal. Here's an honest comparison of the popular TLDs — what they suit, what they cost, and the trade-offs.
How Much RAM and CPU Does a Game Server Need?
Stop guessing at server specs. A game-by-game breakdown of RAM and CPU requirements, why single-core speed matters, and how player count scales cost.
How to Set Up a Project Zomboid Server
Build a persistent Project Zomboid world for your survivors. Install with SteamCMD, set the memory and admin password, and open port 16261.
Deploy your first server in under a minute.
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