Guides and behind the scenes
Performance, security, modpacks, real-world lessons — written by the team that runs the infrastructure.
TPS vs FPS: understanding real Minecraft server performance
Your server "lags" but your FPS is fine? They're not the same thing. How to read TPS and know when the problem is really the server.
TechnicalPaper, Purpur, Fabric, Forge, NeoForge: which server software should you pick?
Five names, one game. What actually sets them apart (plugins vs mods, performance, compatibility) so you don't get it wrong when creating your server.
Security5 essential plugins to protect your server from griefing
Land claims, rollback, anti-explosion: the protections that keep you from losing an entire base to a malicious player or a badly placed Creeper.
GuideMigrating your server to RMDCGames: the complete guide
World, plugins, whitelist, database — how to move an existing server over without losing a single build, step by step.
PerformanceHow much RAM does your Minecraft server need? The real math
Allocating too much RAM doesn't make a server faster — it can even slow it down. The real calculation based on player count, mods, and world size.
SecurityWhitelist, permissions, anti-cheat: securing access to your server
A server open to everyone always ends up with a problem eventually. The three layers of protection to set up before inviting anyone.
ModpacksATM10, RLCraft, Better MC: choosing the right modpack
Gentle progression or punishing survival? Required setup, install time, target audience — a comparison of the most requested modpacks.
TechnicalSFTP, FTP, web panel: managing your server files day to day
Three ways to access your server's files, what each is for, and why plain FTP has no place in 2026 anymore.
Behind the scenesWhy our status page doesn't live on our own infrastructure
A "99.9% uptime" badge hosted on the server it's monitoring proves nothing. Behind the scenes of setting up statusmc.rmdc.cloud.
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