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Tutorials
How to Set Up a Modded Minecraft Server
A practical guide to choosing a modloader, picking a Minecraft version, matching client and server mods, and getting your modded server running.
How to Install a CurseForge Modpack Server
Learn how to set up a CurseForge modpack server in two ways: the fast Modpack Manager method, or manual upload when you need more control.
How to Let Bedrock Players Join Your Java Server
Run one Java server with Geyser and Floodgate — mobile, console, and PC players share the same world. Full setup guide with port config and workarounds.
How Much RAM Do I Need for a Minecraft Server?
Find out exactly how much RAM your Minecraft server needs. Covers vanilla, plugins, and modded servers with recommendations for popular modpacks.
Guides
How to Make a Minecraft Server: Self-Host, Free Host, or Managed Hosting
How to make a Minecraft server three ways: host it on your own PC, use a free host, or rent a managed server. Real setup steps, requirements, and trade-offs.
Minecraft Bedrock Dedicated Server: What It Is, How to Set It Up, and Self-Host vs Game Host
Bedrock Dedicated Server is Mojang's free server software for Windows and Ubuntu. Download, setup, key settings, and when to self-host or use a host.
One-Click Modpack Hosting on WinterNode
WinterNode now installs any of 300+ CurseForge modpacks straight from the order form. Pick a pack, press start, and your server is ready in minutes.
Minecraft 26.2: Server Owner's Snapshot Guide
Minecraft 26.2 (Chaos Cubed) releases June 16. Here's what changes for server owners, what breaks on upgrade, and how to test it before launch.
How to Set Up a Pixelmon Server
Set up a Pixelmon server with the right mod loader, Java version, RAM, and config settings. Covers NeoForge requirements, spawns, and community building.
ATM10 Server Setup: RAM, Java 21 & Performance
Set up an All the Mods 10 server with the right Java version, RAM allocation, and performance settings. Covers installation, tuning, and troubleshooting.
Minecraft 26.1: What's New in Tiny Takeover
Minecraft 26.1 Tiny Takeover is out. Here's what's changed, what's new, and how to update your server to the latest version.
What Is Paper and Why Most Minecraft Servers Use It
Paper is the most popular Minecraft server software for a reason. Here's what it does, how it compares to vanilla and Spigot, and when to use something else.
Why 'Dedicated CPU Cores' Doesn't Mean What You Think for Minecraft Servers
Hosts advertise CPU cores differently. Here's what dedicated cores vs fair usage actually means for Minecraft server performance - and what to ask.
Comparisons
WinterNode vs. Shockbyte: Minecraft Server Hosting Compared
An honest comparison of WinterNode and Shockbyte for Minecraft server hosting - pricing, performance, support, and what actually matters.
Minecraft Realms vs Server Hosting
Comparing Minecraft Realms and dedicated server hosting on price, mods, performance, and player limits so you can pick the right option for how you play.
Fabric vs Forge Server: Which Mod Loader Should You Use?
Fabric is lightweight and fast-updating. Forge has the largest mod library. Here's how to pick the right mod loader for your Minecraft server.
WinterNode vs. Hostinger: Which Is Better for Game Servers?
Hostinger offers game hosting, but it's a web host first. Here's how it compares to WinterNode, a game-server host backed by HostVenom since 2012.
Best Minecraft Server Hosting in 2026
A ranked, sourced comparison of 8 Minecraft hosts: price at 8GB, CPU policy, backups, billing terms, and support, read from each host's own Minecraft page.
Free vs. Paid Minecraft Hosting: What You Give Up
Free Minecraft server hosting sounds perfect until your server won't wake up, your mods crash it, and your friends stop trying to join. Here's real comparison
Paper vs Spigot: The Differences That Actually Matter
Paper is faster, runs every Spigot plugin, and has become the default. Here's when it makes sense, the three cases where Spigot still wins, and how to switch.
Lists
Best Minecraft Modpacks for Multiplayer Servers
The best Minecraft modpacks for multiplayer servers, with RAM requirements, mod loaders, and recommendations for every play style.
Best Mods for Minecraft Servers in 2026
Six mods every Minecraft server owner should install - covering performance, diagnostics, and admin essentials for Fabric and Forge servers.
Optimization
News
WinterNode Is a Diamond Sponsor of Cubed! 2026
WinterNode returns to Cubed! (CubedCon) 2026 as a Diamond Sponsor with an in-game booth. October 2-4 on play.cubedcon.com. Free to join, all inside Minecraft.
WinterNode at Cubed! 2025
WinterNode returned to Cubed! 2025, the biggest Minecraft convention, with an in-game booth, parkour challenge, and AbleGamers charity drive.