Field Notes
Long-form guides and reference posts for Rust server admins. Install walkthroughs, plugin reviews, framework comparisons, and the occasional opinion.
How to Install Oxide Plugins on a Rust Server (Step-by-Step Guide for 2026)
Drop-in step-by-step guide for installing Oxide / uMod plugins on a Rust server. Covers the oxide/plugins folder, reload commands, permissions, common errors, and Carbon compatibility.
Best Free Rust Server Plugins for 2026
A curated roundup of the free Rust plugins worth installing in 2026 — chat backfill, composter quality-of-life, brand-styled UI library, and more. All Carbon-compatible.
Oxide vs Carbon: Which Rust Modding Framework Should You Use in 2026?
Honest comparison of Oxide / uMod versus Carbon for Rust server modding in 2026. Performance, compatibility, hot reload, and a clear answer to which one to pick.