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Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-21 09:23
by 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
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-21 09:35
by 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.
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-21 09:43
by 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!
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-21 09:55
by 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.
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-21 12:07
by Stulander
Ok cool that might be handy, thanks.
Everything is running and I applied for the license. Just gotta wait now.
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-21 19:32
by Rapid12
Stulander wrote: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?
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-21 21:06
by Stulander
Yes..........
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-22 05:54
by DDS
Yes Linux is a good choice. I ran a couple off of Linux a few years ago.
Nice tutorial. Thanks!
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-24 08:53
by Stulander
Another question: Is there any reason not to use the 64 bit BF2 server? Any issues?
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-24 09:34
by IINoddyII
come on into the server admin forums
we've got beers and bbq going
https://www.realitymod.com/forum/f109-p ... ate-forums
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-24 09:53
by BloodyDeed
Stulander wrote: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.
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-24 09:54
by Stulander
Yeah I know, I just didn't deem it necessary to create another thread for one question.
[R-DEV]BloodyDeed wrote: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!
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-30 13:00
by Stulander
Do we have any idea what causes the long delay between maps for the older kernel versions?
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-30 13:03
by brezmans
There's a thread in the SA forums about it, I believe.
Re: Is Linux still usable as a server host?
Posted: 2013-01-30 13:20
by Stulander
Ok cool I'll take a look, thanks.