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FiveM

FiveM Custom Loading Screen Setup Guide

Create and install a custom loading screen for your FiveM server. From HTML/CSS design to resource configuration.

FiveM Server Admin and Moderation Tools

The best admin and moderation tools for your FiveM server. From txAdmin and EasyAdmin to logging, spectating, and sanctions.

Install Addon Cars on Your FiveM Server

How to install custom vehicles (addon cars) on your FiveM server. Streaming, server.cfg, and common errors explained.

Hosting

What Is a Dedicated Server? Explained

What is a dedicated server, when do you need one, and how does it compare to VPS and shared hosting?

Comparing Game Hosting: What to Look For

How to compare game hosting providers. The key criteria: hardware, location, panel, support, and hidden costs.

Affordable VPS hosting: what to look for

Looking for affordable VPS hosting? Learn what separates a good deal from a bad one and what really matters for performance.

Comparing game server hosting: what matters

How to compare game server hosting providers. The key factors: hardware, network, panel, support and price explained.

Linux VPS for beginners: getting started

Just ordered your first Linux VPS? This guide walks you through SSH login, basic commands and installing software.

Minecraft

WorldEdit Commands List (2026): All Commands with Examples

Every WorldEdit command with examples: selections, //set and //replace, //copy and //paste, schematics, shapes, brushes and //undo. WorldEdit 7.4.6 for 26.3.

How to Set a World Border in Minecraft (/worldborder)

Set a world border in Minecraft with /worldborder set and center, add warnings and damage, pick the best size for your SMP and pregenerate it with Chunky.

Minecraft Server Hardware: What Do You Need?

Hardware requirements for Minecraft servers in 2026. RAM, CPU, storage, and network per server type and player count.

Build a Great Spawn for Your Minecraft Server

Tips and ideas for building a professional spawn on your Minecraft server. From design to WorldEdit and protection.

Minecraft Scoreboard and Sidebar Setup

Set up a scoreboard and sidebar on your Minecraft server. From vanilla commands to TAB and scoreboard plugins.

Minecraft Economy Plugin Setup with Vault

Set up a working economy on your Minecraft server with Vault, EssentialsX, and a shop plugin. Step by step guide.

Minecraft Proxy: BungeeCord vs Velocity

What is a Minecraft proxy and when do you need one? BungeeCord and Velocity compared for 2026.

Minecraft 26.x: What Is New in 2026?

Overview of Minecraft 26.x updates: new features, Java 25 requirement, and what it means for your server.

Minecraft modded server: Forge or Fabric in 2026?

Forge or Fabric for your modded Minecraft server? Compare the two modloaders, RAM requirements and learn how to install mods.

Free Minecraft server vs paid hosting: the real difference

A direct comparison of free and paid Minecraft server hosting, covering RAM limits, sleep mode, player slots, performance and what you actually get for your money.

Minecraft Bedrock server hosting: crossplay with Java

How to run a Minecraft Bedrock dedicated server, set up GeyserMC for crossplay between Java and Bedrock players, and configure the right ports.

Palworld

Palworld Server Setup: Guide for 2026

Set up your own Palworld dedicated server. Hardware requirements, configuration, settings, and optimization for 2026.

VPS

What Can You Use a VPS For? 10 Ideas

Ten practical use cases for a VPS. From game servers and websites to VPN, Discord bots, and more.

Server Security: Essential Checklist for 2026

The essential security steps for every Linux server. From SSH hardening to firewalls and automatic updates.

Linux Basics for Game Server Hosting

The essential Linux commands and concepts for managing game servers. SSH, file management, processes, and more.

Using Docker for Game Server Hosting

Why and how to use Docker for game servers on your VPS. Isolation, easy management, and fast deployment explained.

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