Can I host a Minecraft Server?

Everyone wants their own Minecraft server, and of course you do too!

So, we just need to check whether or not you can run one, and how many people it'll hold. Just fill in the questions below and we'll get you started.

Before we get started, you need test the speed of your internet connection. Just go to Speedtest.net to check your internet services upload and download speed. The upload speed is the important bit here as it will determine how many people your connection will let you send data to at the same time.

Once you're done, on to the test!

What is your connections upload speed? (In Mbits/sec)

And its download speed?

How much RAM does your computer have? (In Megabytes)

Result: Not really

You can host a maximum of:

Players at the same time, plus yourself

The problem is that the upload speed on your internet connection is too slow to send the data to more than 4 people at the same time.

You're probably better off renting a server instead to have the best experience.