1.how do i get my server IP?
If you have a host they will tell you... If not try
www.whatsmyip.net2.how do i edit my server worlds and make the games, lobby and structures?
Install plugins, and build things in the worlds.
3.how do i keep my server runnig?
If it is on a host it will stay running, if not you have to leave the console thing open.
4.what in the world is a static router and why is it affecting my server?
I'd rather not explain... google this one.
5.does a lot of the stuff servers do require any actual MCP experience?
What does MCP mean? It doesn't require a lot of experience if you are a quick learner... I had a server that I set up myself just from googling things, and asking other owners questions.
6.when i press the server start thing it just puts out texts on terminal, why wont it actually start a server? That text is starting the server... you can log into it with the ip "localhost"
7.what are plugins? Things that enhance the gameplay experience on a server (ie. factions, mcmmo, iConomy, etc.)
8.how do i prevent griefing yet you can destroy certain blocks, get the block item and it will regenerate? Find a plugin that does this.
9.can i run a server on an iMac? I believe so, but I am not certain.
10. are there any other programs i need to start a server? Not really.
11.will owning a server affect my computers praformance? Possibly, depending on the quality of your computer and the size of your server.
12.do i need to know anything else for starting my server? A LOT.
i have more questions but these are my primary ones. please i am new to server starting so try to keep your answers simple. anyone who helps will get VIP status. oh almost forgot
13.how do i make VIP status? Use a plugin such as GroupManager or PEx to make ranks (can be difficult to understand, you may need to get someone to help you with this), and then use the ingame command to set a player to that specific group!
I hope this helped!
