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Multiple archetypes of Minecraft servers exist, distinguished by the unique gameplay features, rules, and societal structures which they implement. No two servers are the same, and frequently the line between archetypes is blurred or indistinguishable. Many special types of servers rely on the use of map editors or the creative game mode to build custom maps and the CraftBukkit server software to provide additional features. Some of these servers are more PVP orientated, some involve aspects of Survival, Creative and Adventure mode, some have a built in economy, and some of them contain built in mini games.

Hosting a server[edit | edit source]

There are many tools provided for players to be able to manage and host a server. Note that servers have requirements in order to run efficiently and smoothly.
The default multiplayer software is free of charge and is available by Mojang for Windows, Mac OS X and Unix-like systems (Linux, BSD...). See the Minecraft multiplayer server tutorial and Mojang's Minecraft multiplayer server download page for help.
Opening a world to LAN provides a server that is only accessible to other people in your local network unless you setup port forwarding on your router. See the setting up a LAN world tutorial for more information.
External server clients such as Bukkit, Spigot, and Sponge provide players a way to add plugins to a server. These are generally used for larger servers that run plugins to ensure griefer protection.
Rented servers are servers which are hosted externally by another company. These hosted servers are not provided free of charge - the player must rent them on a regular basis.
Realms are Mojang's official hosting service which allows a limited amount of players onto a server.

See Tutorials#Servers for more tutorials on servers.