Tips for Improving Game Server Performance and Reducing Lag

[trapdoortangy]

Hello everyone,

I’m fairly new to running game servers and recently launched a dedicated server for my community through NFO Servers. Everything runs smoothly with a small number of players, but I’ve started experiencing occasional lag when the server gets busy.

I’d appreciate some advice from those with more experience managing game servers. In particular:

Which server settings or configuration changes can help maintain stable performance when player traffic increases?

What monitoring tools do you recommend for detecting performance issues and identifying resource bottlenecks?

What are the best ways to optimize CPU, RAM, and bandwidth usage to keep gameplay smooth during peak hours?

Any suggestions, personal experiences, or practical tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance for your help!