Want to make a Minecraft server so you can play with your friends? It's easier than you'd think, thanks to numerous options that allow tons of flexibility.

To make either kind of portal in Minecraft — End or Nether — you'll need special items like obsidian or Eyes of Ender.

To make a mob farm in Minecraft that automatically spawns and kills enemies, you'll need stone, trapdoors, chests, hoppers, slabs, and water.

If you want to make a Nether Portal or End Portal in Minecraft, you'll need to gather a lot of resources. Here's what to know about Portals in Minecraft.