The plugins folder is where plugins are installed (Image via Mojang) Players must now open the plugins folder inside their Minecraft server directory, ready for the plugin downloaded in step 1 to ...

Once the .jar file has been installed in the plugins folder, readers will need to reboot their Minecraft server and search for a new folder created in the server directory.

In your Minecraft server folder, look for the file named ‘server.properties’ and open it with your favorite text editor. The Minecraft wiki has an exhaustive guide for configuring your server.

Making a server for "Minecraft" is a complicated process if you don't know exactly what you are doing. This guide will breakdown everything you need to know.

If you’ve ever wanted to create a Minecraft server, but were put off by file modification or confusing terminology, don’t fret. Creating your own server is a fairly simple endeavor, provided ...

Here’s the best plan for creating a fully modded Minecraft server (or near enough). How to create the ultimate modded Minecraft server Pick your hosting wisely (Image credit: Mojang) ...

Raspberry Pi microcomputers can be a great option for hosting your Minecraft world as long as you don't mind doing the work to set it up.

If you want to play Minecraft with just your friends, the easiest way to do so is to run your own server.