There are three ways to play multiplayer in "Minecraft: Java Edition:" through an online server, a LAN server, or a "Minecraft Realms" server.

How To Make a 'Minecraft' Server If you just want the short version of how to create a Minecraft Server, these are the broad strokes. Check that your PC meets the system requirements ...

The Bedrock Edition of Minecraft is playable with friends using peer-to-peer online multiplayer, where you can join your friends’ active sessions for free. But if you want a server that will ...