A game server is remotely or locally run dedicated server used by game clients to play league matches, or in public communities. Any video game played over the internet generally requires a connection to a game server.
Types of game servers
Game servers can be classified as listen servers and dedicated servers. Listen servers are run on the same machine as the game client. When the client disconnects, the server is shut down, as the server and host client are run together. Listen servers usually cannot support many players, due to bandwidth and CPU requirements. The software running the listen server typically limits the number of players for this very reason.Dedicated servers are usually run on dedicated hardware located in a data center, providing more bandwidth and dedicated processing power. Dedicated servers are the preferred method of hosting a game server for practically all PC-based multiplayer games. Dedicated servers can be set up by obtaining the server files, editing the configuration and executing the server.
Massively multiplayer online games are all run on dedicated servers usually hosted by the software company that developed and owns the game title, as this allows them to control and update content. In many cases they are run on clustered servers to allow for huge environments and large player counts.
Listen servers are mostly used by individual players in a LAN party setting.
Game server hosting
Many companies lease dedicated game servers out for a monthly fee. These companies are often referred to as Game Server Providers (GSPs). Often each member of a gaming clan will donate to help defray the monthly costs.Game server providers often offer web based tools to help control and configure the individual game servers and most allow those that rent/lease to modify the games being leased.
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Team Fortress 2 Now Available!
Highlights: Team Fortress® 2 (TF2) is the sequel to the game that put class-based, multiplayer team warfare on the map. This year’s most anticipated online action game, TF2 delivers new gametypes, a signature art style powered by Valve’s next generation animation technology, persistent player statistics, and more.
TF2 features the most advanced graphics of any Source-based game released to date – and the most exciting class-based action ever created.
GR:AW 2 Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 Servers available now!
Yet another great release makes it's way out of the Defcon server dungeon!
ARMA v 1.8
Game Servers are ready to deploy!
We are now taking orders for ARMA Game Servers for immediate setup!
And don't forget Ventrilo and Teamspeak servers are always 1/2 price with any game server order!
Halo 2 has landed at DefconServers!
We are now taking pre-orders for Halo2 Game Servers!
DefconServers has been selected by Ubisoft to be one of the Official Launch providers for Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas.
We are now offering RVS:Vegas Game Servers in all locations.
Introducing the Game Server Reseller Control Panel!
What is the Reseller Version?
Designed to allow reselling of Game Servers & Voice Servers for Hosting Providers.The reseller panel includes the complete dedicated server files for over 50 Games + Teamspeak. This includes game files, patches, mods and all config files pre-made for you to start hosting.All panel options can be configured such as, templates, emails, configuration files, mods, patches, maps, statistics, game server monitoring.Full support with your Modernbill billing software for integrated billing and automatic setups.Integrated Server reports to keep track of your customers. Reports display the current number of servers online, and the number of services active including CPU/Ram/Bandwidth usage per machine and server.Game Monitor tracking with client side stats. Customers can view Game Monitor stats and reports on players connected per day, week, month.Full skin/theme support allows you to change colors, add your header/logo or create a whole new template to match your site.Built in Support Desk for your customers with an admin section for staff.Includes built in support for Voice Server Control. (Teamspeak and Ventrilo Voice Servers)The Control Panel can run on any Windows based Dedicated Server.GTR2 has come to DefconServers!
Highlights:
GTR 2 is destined to blow your mind with its new features, such as dynamic day
and weather changes and an even greater track variation than its predecessor
GTR. Developed and tested by the real FIA GT racing drivers, utilizing actual
racing telemetry data from the teams,GTR 2 will set the new standard as the
most realistic driving experience the world has ever seen.
Dual Core - Dual CPU Dempsey & Woodcrest Servers now available.
Dual Core - Dual Processor servers are suited for larger gaming clans or GSP's that demand the fastest possible server capable of handling 10+ game servers and multiple applications such as Ventrilo or Teamspeak.
All Dedicated Gaming Servers Include:
Full Remote Desktop or Root Access100Mbps Switch Ports standardWindows 2003 Server OS24x7 Dedicated SupportFast Setup (12 hours or less)Rfactor The ultimate Racing Sim has come to DefconServers!
rFactor Game Highlights:
Completely new multiplayer engine
Built in race statistics reporting to web based RaceCast system
Built in friends list
Server bookmarks
Dedicated server, including single click option
Native voting system
Add AI to multiplayer games
Built in IRC chat
Boot and ban player lists that can be passed around
Security checks to combat potential cheating
Built-in Race Cast Server:
RaceCast Join or watch any race from RaceCast
Search through past races
Downloadable XML race results
Driver profiles with statistics
rRank formula utilizing a wide range of driver statistics
See who's online and on what server
InterNap added as primary Transit Carrier for DefconServers
Intelligent Route-Control Technology defined.
Internap has developed proprietary route-control technology, its ASsimilator platform, which overcomes the limitations of Border Gateway Protocol (BGP). This technology monitors the performance of each backbone, routing your traffic across the best path, providing fast and more reliable data delivery than traditional routing methods. The Internap route-control technology considers path characteristics like latency, packet loss, route stability and congestion when making routing decisions. Decisions are made dynamically and automatically to adapt to network performance changes, without the need for manual intervention.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS from all of us at DefconServers! We are kicking off the New Year in style! ALL GAME SERVER PRICES HAVE BEEN REDUCED FOR 2006.
Don't see a game you play? No problem! Our game server techs can come up with custom solutions just for you! Need a Voice Server added? No problem! Add any Ventrilo or Teamspeak for 1/2 price!. Defcon is one of the oldest Game Host Providers on the net! Get a server today and find out what so many gamers already know!
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