Is Linux still usable as a server host?

[Stulander]

I want to apply for a server license soon, and I'd preferably like to host it on Linux. I noticed there are hardly any Linux servers these days on the server list... is there any specific reason?

Thanks

[BloodyDeed]

It's usable and it's working flawlessly.
Some minor issues with punkbuster but there is nothing that you couldn't solve.
I've been running my servers on linux for years, think most people use windows cause administration is a bit easier.

[Stulander]

Excellent, thank you. I just ordered my hosting, going to get it set up now so I can apply for a license!

I remember NEW used to use a Linux host and they never ever crashed when I played there... coincidence?! I think not!

[BloodyDeed]

That might come in handy for you:
http://bloodydeed.ch/pr/BD_linux_server_tutorial.pdf

Linux servers crash as well, but about the same amount than windows servers.

[Stulander]

Ok cool that might be handy, thanks.

Everything is running and I applied for the license. Just gotta wait now.

[Rapid12]

Ok cool that might be handy, thanks.

Everything is running and I applied for the license. Just gotta wait now.

Will the server be for public play?

[Stulander]

Yes..........

[DDS]

BloodyDeed;1856601']That might come in handy for you:
http://bloodydeed.ch/pr/BD_linux_server_tutorial.pdf

Linux servers crash as well, but about the same amount than windows servers.

Yes Linux is a good choice. I ran a couple off of Linux a few years ago.
Nice tutorial. Thanks!

[Stulander]

Another question: Is there any reason not to use the 64 bit BF2 server? Any issues?

[IINoddyII]

come on into the server admin forums

we've got beers and bbq going

https://www.realitymod.com/forum/f109-p ... ate-forums

[BloodyDeed]

Another question: Is there any reason not to use the 64 bit BF2 server? Any issues?

Punkbuster setup can cause some trouble but nothing that wouldn't be solvable.
Also it's recommended to run a kernel above 3.0 as some of the 2.6 kernel suffer from very long times between map changes.

[Stulander]

IINoddyII;1857641']come on into the server admin forums

we've got beers and bbq going

https://www.realitymod.com/forum/f109-p ... ate-forums

Yeah I know, I just didn't deem it necessary to create another thread for one question.

Punkbuster setup can cause some trouble but nothing that wouldn't be solvable.
Also it's recommended to run a kernel above 3.0 as some of the 2.6 kernel suffer from very long times between map changes.

Ok cool, thanks. 64 bit it is!

[Stulander]

Do we have any idea what causes the long delay between maps for the older kernel versions?

[brezmans]

There's a thread in the SA forums about it, I believe.

[Stulander]

Ok cool I'll take a look, thanks.