Operating HoloMUSH
Run and maintain a HoloMUSH server — install, deploy, secure, and operate it. The server ships as a single binary with PostgreSQL as its only external dependency.
Requirements
Section titled “Requirements”| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core | 2+ cores |
| Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| PostgreSQL | 18+ | 18+ |
| Storage | 1 GB | 10+ GB |
Connection Methods
Section titled “Connection Methods”HoloMUSH supports two ways for players to connect:
- Telnet (port 4201) — Classic MU* client compatibility
- WebSocket (port 8080) — Modern web client with PWA support
Both protocols connect to the same game world and share the same session system. Run one or both depending on your player base.
How-to guidesInstall, deploy, rotate keys, back up, and monitor your server.
ReferenceConfiguration flags, environment variables, and monitoring reference.
ExplanationHow authentication, session lifecycle, and plugin security work.
Start here → Installing HoloMUSH