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LinuxGSM

Command-line tool for deploying and managing Linux game servers

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About LinuxGSM

LinuxGSM is an open-source command-line tool that simplifies deploying and managing dedicated game servers on Linux, supporting more than 120 games. Its installer checks dependencies and downloads server files, while built-in monitoring, alerts, backups, updating through SteamCMD and console access keep servers running with little manual work. It suits game server admins who want hassle-free dedicated servers without spending hours on configuration.

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LinuxGSM: strengths & things to check

Strengths

  • Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
  • Covers game server, cli, linux, open source, steamcmd — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
  • Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.

Things to check

  • Free tools can change their model or shut down — avoid locking critical work into it without an export path.
  • Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
  • It is one of 879 tools in the Utilities & Security category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.

Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.

LinuxGSM pricing

Pricing modelFree — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Free accessYes — fully free
Current plan pricesListed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale.
Official sitelinuxgsm.com

LinuxGSM key facts

LinuxGSM FAQ

How much does LinuxGSM cost?

Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (linuxgsm.com).

What is LinuxGSM used for?

Command-line tool for deploying and managing Linux game servers Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: game server, cli, linux, open source, steamcmd.

Where can I try LinuxGSM?

On its official site, linuxgsm.com — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.

LinuxGSM vs alternatives

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Focus areasgame server, cli, linux, open source, steamcmdencryption, cli, security, open sourcedotfiles, cli, configuration, open sourceclipboard, cli, terminal, open source
Official sitelinuxgsm.comage-encryption.orgchezmoi.iogetclipboard.app
Directory statusListedListedListedListed

Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.

About the Utilities & Security category

Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 879 tools. Alongside LinuxGSM, it includes PufferPanel, Mere Medical, Dawarich, Anchr.

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Comparing tools in the Utilities & Security category? These related listings are worth a look: PufferPanel — Open-source game server management panel, easy to use and install; Mere Medical — Free personal health record that unifies your patient portal data; Dawarich — Private location history timeline, an open-source Google Timeline alternative.

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