Getting Started with Game Server Hosting

Welcome to this comprehensive guide on setting up your first game server with XFLARE Hosting. Whether you're hosting a Minecraft server for friends or starting a community, this tutorial will walk you through the basics.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have:

An active XFLARE Hosting account
A game server plan (any tier will work for this tutorial)
Basic understanding of server management concepts

Step 1: Choosing Your Server

Log in to your XFLARE Hosting control panel
Navigate to the "Game Servers" section
Click "Create New Server"
Select your preferred game type (we'll use Minecraft as an example)
Choose your server location

💡 Tip: Select a server location closest to your players for the best performance.

Step 2: Initial Configuration

Once your server is created, you'll need to configure some basic settings:

{
  "server-name": "My First Server",
  "gamemode": "survival",
  "difficulty": "normal",
  "max-players": 20,
  "pvp": true
}

Step 3: Optimization Tips

For the best performance:

Set an appropriate view distance
```
view-distance=8
simulation-distance=6
```

Configure memory allocation

# Recommended settings for 4GB RAM
-Xms2G -Xmx4G

Enable performance features

use-native-transport=true
network-compression-threshold=256

Step 4: Security Best Practices

Protect your server by:

Setting up strong passwords
Configuring firewall rules
Enabling DDoS protection
Regularly updating server software

Next Steps

Now that your server is set up, you might want to:

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues:

Check the server logs
Verify your configuration files
Contact our support team if needed

Conclusion

Congratulations! You now have a basic understanding of setting up a game server. Remember to regularly backup your data and keep your server software updated.

For more advanced topics, check out our other tutorials or join our Discord community for help.