How to play multiplayer in Minecraft, using either a public server or one you create yourself

You can play Minecraft solo, but it's much more fun with friends. Here's how to play multiplayer in Minecraft: Java Edition.
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Minecraft Multiplayer - How To Play With Friends

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. How do you play with your friends in Minecraft? It all depends which version of the game you're playing, as it's one of the many Java vs. Bedrock ...
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Minecraft PE Multiplayer 0.9.0 EP 7 "The End?" PE SMP w/ Sean (Minecraft Pocket Edition)

WATCH THE VIDEO! :)Minecraft PE Multiplayer! Welcome to my Minecraft Pocket Edition Multiplayer with Sean! This is a let's play of the v0.9.0 and onwards version of Minecraft PE. Sean and I live ...