Minecraft server setup How to set up your own Minecraft server in 2025 To set up a Minecraft server, you need to have the latest version of Java installed on your PC.

By setting up a Minecraft server, you can essentially create your own version of the game with unique rules and an exclusive community of your choosing.

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