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Straight-talking tutorials and comparisons on VPS hosting, game servers, Linux and security. No fluff, just what actually works. 346 guides from the team that runs the servers.

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Tutorials · 5 min read ·

Best VPS for Discord Bots

Discord bots need to run 24/7 without babysitting. Here's how to choose a small, reliable VPS that keeps your bot online — sizing, uptime and process management.

Tutorials · 4 min read ·

Best VPS for Docker

Running containers in production? Here's how to choose a VPS that handles Docker well — kernel and virtualization requirements, sizing, and storage that won't bite you.

Hosting · 5 min read ·

Best VPS for WordPress

Shared hosting slows down as your site grows. Here's how to choose a VPS that keeps WordPress fast — the specs, stack and features that matter for real traffic.

Game servers · 5 min read ·

Best VPS for a Rust Server

Rust is one of the most demanding survival games to host. Here's how to choose a VPS that keeps a wipe day smooth — CPU, RAM, and storage sizing explained.

Game servers · 5 min read ·

Best VPS for Minecraft Server Hosting: What to Look For

A no-hype buyer's guide to picking a VPS that runs a smooth Minecraft server — the specs that actually matter and how to size a plan for your player count.

Game servers · 5 min read ·

How to Update a Minecraft Server to a New Version

A new Minecraft version dropped and you want to update your server. Here's how to do it safely without corrupting your world.

Game servers · 5 min read ·

How to Set Up a Minecraft SMP for Friends

Want a persistent survival world for you and your friends? Here's how to set up a Minecraft SMP the right way, from software to security.

Game servers · 5 min read ·

How to Install EssentialsX on a Paper Minecraft Server

EssentialsX is the backbone plugin for survival servers — homes, warps, kits, economy. Here's how to install and configure it on Paper.

Game servers · 5 min read ·

How to Set Up a Vanilla Minecraft Server

The clean, official way to run a vanilla Minecraft Java server on Linux — no mods, no plugins, just the base game for you and friends.

Game servers · 5 min read ·

How to Enable Crossplay on a Minecraft Server with Geyser

Geyser lets Bedrock players (phone, console) join your Java server. Add Floodgate and they don't even need a Java account.

Game servers · 4 min read ·

How to Set Up a Minecraft Bedrock Dedicated Server

Run an official Bedrock Dedicated Server on Linux so phone, console, and Windows 10 players can join a persistent world.

Game servers · 5 min read ·

How to Install Plugins on a Minecraft Server (Spigot & Paper)

Plugins add features to a Spigot or Paper server without players installing anything. Here's how to install, configure, and manage them.

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