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Customizing your game server: configs, mods, and performance
A deployed game server is just the start. Here's how to customize configs, add mods and plugins, tune performance and manage files on your Nxeon game server.
The best VPS for developers: what to look for
Developers need root, speed and flexibility. Here's what actually matters when choosing a VPS for coding, testing and deploying — and how to set it up fast.
How much RAM does a VPS need?
1 GB or 8 GB? The honest answer depends on what you're running. Here's a practical, workload-by-workload guide to sizing VPS memory without overpaying.
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.
Shared hosting vs VPS for a growing site
Your site is getting traffic and shared hosting is straining. Here's how to know when it's time to move to a VPS — and how to make the jump.
How to monitor server resources on Linux
Know what your VPS is doing. Learn the essential commands for CPU, memory, disk and network, plus lightweight tools to watch usage over time.
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.
How to generate a strong password (and why length beats complexity)
Forget swapping letters for symbols. The single biggest factor in password strength is length. Here's how to generate passwords attackers can't crack.
How Much Does It Cost to Run a Minecraft Server?
A realistic breakdown of Minecraft server costs by player count and type — vanilla, plugins and modpacks — plus how to avoid overpaying for RAM you won't use.
Automate Game Server Restarts with systemd and cron
Keep your game server rock-solid: a systemd service that auto-restarts on crash and boot, plus a scheduled nightly restart with player warnings.
How to self-host Nextcloud on a VPS
Own your files with Nextcloud — a private Dropbox/Google Drive alternative on your VPS. Learn to install it, connect a database, and secure it with HTTPS.
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