

To avoid this, you can install a second machine to be used as a server only, but you need two computers, if you make this choice, we strongly recommend you to install the second machine under Linux in minimal setup, to dedicate most hardware resources to Minecraft.Īlso, your computer will need to stay powered to keep your Minecraft server online. So your computer hardware will need to be oversized compared to what you would need to connect to an external dedicated server. Your computer will need to have enough resources available to host your friends and to allow you to play in good conditions, without lags. In case of DDoS attacks, you won't be protected, and your whole home internet network will be down. It will expose your computer and your home network over the internet. Hosting your Minecraft server on your local computer is possible, but it's taking security risks, as you will have to publish your external IP address. Optimized Java version and server software DDOS Protection, only available in a Datacenter. APC Battery unit to keep your computer powered 24/24h Very Good bandwidth internet connection with a static IP address, with at least 10Mb upload, to have low latency (fiber connection recommended) 6GB+ Memory, if you want to run your game server on your computer, or 2GB+ if you use a hosting company. NVMe Disk, or SSD disk to have fast read and write Bandwidth, avoid deprecated SATA disk. A powerful PC Gamer, with High-frequency CPU to have a high single Thread power of calculation, 3Ghz+ is highly recommended, 4Gh+ is better, capable of running Minecraft single player in perfect condition.
