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How to Make a Server in Minecraft: A Fun Guide for Beginners

How to Make a Server in Minecraft: A Fun Guide for Beginners
Nic Weber

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Ever wondered how you can make your own Minecraft server? It’s like creating your own little world where you’re the boss! Let’s dive into how you can set up your own server in Minecraft and invite your friends to join your digital adventure.

Making a server in Minecraft might sound complicated, but it’s actually a pretty cool way to play the game with your friends. Keep reading to find out how to do it!

Quick Steps to Create Your Minecraft Server

First things first, you need a computer that can run the server software. You can use your gaming PC, but remember, the server will need to stay on if you want your friends to access it 24/7. Now, let’s break it down into simple steps:

1. Download the Minecraft server software from the official Minecraft website. Choose the version that matches your Minecraft game.
2. Create a folder on your computer where you can store all the server files.
3. Run the server software, which will generate some configuration files. Open the ‘eula.txt’ file and change ‘eula=false’ to ‘eula=true’ to agree to the user agreement.
4. Lastly, run the server again, and voila! You have your own Minecraft server.

Remember, you might need to tweak some settings to get things just right, like setting up port forwarding on your router so others can join your server.

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