README_FOR_FRIEND.txt

# INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SERVER HOST

## 1. FIREWALL SETUP (CRITICAL)
Your Windows Firewall is likely verifying network traffic. You must allow Java through.

1.  Press `Windows Key` and type **"Allow an app through Windows Firewall"**.
2.  Click **Change settings** (Shield icon).
3.  Scroll down to **"Java(TM) Platform SE binary"**.
    *   (If you see multiple, do this for all of them).
4.  Ensure **BOTH** checkboxes are checked:
    *   [x] Private
    *   [x] Public <--- THIS ONE is usually missing for Meshnet!
5.  Click **OK**.

## 2. HOW TO RUN THE SERVER
1.  Inside this folder, double-click **`RunServer.bat`**.
    *   Do NOT run `server.jar` directly. `RunServer.bat` has the special settings needed for Meshnet.
2.  Wait until you see: `Done (x.xs)! For help, type "help"`.
3.  Keep this window OPEN while playing.

## 3. HOW TO CONNECT
*   **You (Host)**: In Minecraft, connect to: `localhost`
*   **Friends (Meshnet)**: In Minecraft, connect to your Meshnet IP (e.g., `100.x.x.x:25565`).

## TROUBLESHOOTING
*   **"Connection Refused"**: The firewall is still blocking it, or the server isn't running.
*   **"Invalid Session"**: Ensure `online-mode=false` in `server.properties` and everyone has a unique username.