Editing Tutorials/Setting up a server (section)

== Linux instructions ==

Linux comes in many different varieties called distributions (distros). Some of these distros are designed or better suited for running a server. If you are setting up a dedicated server it is recommended to use one of these distros. 

Linux, in general, is more welcoming to open source programs. So where applicable it is recommended you use open source programs, such as OpenJDK.

=== Installing Java ===

For most distributions, it is recommended to install OpenJDK 16 (for 1.17+) or OpenJDK 8 (for below 1.17) from the official repositories. For Oracle Java refer to Oracle's [https://www.java.com/en/download/linux_manual.jsp Download Page].

''Note: While not affecting Minecraft server, JavaFX or other proprietary aspects of Java will need to be installed separately.''

Specific instructions are included for each distro below, but not all have been updated to 1.17. If it only says to install OpenJDK 8, that means that it has not yet been updated to 1.17.

==== Solus ====

Run <code>sudo eopkg install openjdk-8</code> to install OpenJDK.

For OracleJDK refer to [https://getsol.us/articles/software/java/en/#jre Solus Help Center]

''Note: OpenJDK 11 is not in Solus' repositories.''

==== Debian, Ubuntu, Raspbian ====

''Note: You might need to install the package "software-properties-common" by running <code>sudo apt-get install software-properties-common</code> and/or "python-software-properties" by running <code>sudo apt-get install python-software-properties</code> to use the <code>apt-add-repository</code> command.''

Due to [http://www.webupd8.org/2014/03/how-to-install-oracle-java-8-in-debian.html licensing issues], the repository frequently used to install Oracle Java has been discontinued. It is now recommended that you install OpenJDK 8 or above. 

OpenJDK can be installed with one command:
* <code>sudo apt update; sudo apt-get install openjdk-8-jdk-headless</code> below ''Minecraft'' Server 1.17
* <code>sudo apt update; sudo apt install openjdk-16-jdk-headless</code> at or above ''Minecraft'' Server 1.17

Removing the 'headless' part of the command will install all components of Java.

''Note: <1.17 tested in Ubuntu 18.04, 1.17 tested in Ubuntu Server 20.04.2 LTS''

==== openSUSE ====

''Note: Due to possible instability openSuse Tumbleweed is not recommended as a dedicated server.''

Just run the command from the terminal: <code>sudo zypper in java-1_8_0-openjdk </code>

Java should be installed.

''Note: Tested in openSuse Leap 15.1''

==== Arch Linux ====

Both java 8 and 16 are in arch linux's repostiory.

Just run <code>pacman -S jre-openjdk-headless</code>, For the OpenJDK 16 JRE, Remove "-headless" for the full JRE if you want to run with GUI.

Just run <code>pacman -S jre8-openjdk-headless</code>, For the OpenJDK 8 JRE, Remove "-headless" for the full JRE if you want to run with GUI.

If you encounter issues it is recommended that you refer to the [https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/java ArchWiki]

==== Gentoo ====

Run <code>emerge --ask virtual/jdk</code>

[https://wiki.gentoo.org/wiki/Java#Installing_a_virtual_machine Gentoo Wiki]

==== Other distros ====

Check your distro's documentation. It should have information on how to install OpenJDK.

Alternatively, you can [https://www.java.com/en/download/linux_manual.jsp visit Java's website directly] to download the Java package for Linux. Most distros work with this (either 32 or 64-bit). Instructions for the installation of those different packages are given on the site.

If during installation, it asks for a password, enter your password. If you get asked "Is this OK [Y/N]" Enter Y and press enter if required. Java should now be installed.

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=== A simple installer script (also installs Java) ===
https://github.com/silvertriclops/MCSLI

Note: this is a very early project, designed with offline installation in mind, and will be updated periodically to make it more user friendly.