Grappl

There are multiple reasons for wanting to create a server, from storage and file transfer purposes, all the way up to creating an appropriate environment for certain networking apps that require testing.

Regardless of the situation, you might find Grappl a very useful, little piece of software. Simply put, Grappl is a streamlined and very easy to work with utility that enables you to create almost any type of server imaginable.

Before you get started, it is worth mentioning that if your privacy is a priority, Grappl makes it possible for you to create servers without port forwarding. Please note that in order to take advantage of everything that Grappl has to offer, you need to make sure that Java is installed on your computer.

Upon launching the application, you have two options for logging in: you can either log in user your official Grappl username or you can log in as anonymous. Subsequent to this step, you are met by a compact main window with a stripped-down user interface that displays a small set of features.

The workflow is pretty straightforward, with you only having to enter the local port number for your server, select a relay server from the provided list and start it using the designated button. In continuation, the public address for your server should appear in the small and hovering window.

You should know that you can choose one of many default servers or your can add your own with no more than a few clicks. You can view detailed information about your server with the help of Grappl's console.

Taking all into consideration, Grappl is a minimalist and lightweight application that enables you to create servers without having to go through complicated processes.