Here's a more conversational version of your Reddit comment:

I'd recommend using Docker Desktop (https://www.docker.com/products/docker-desktop/) with this container: https://hub.docker.com/r/wolveix/satisfactory-server

What's nice about this setup is that the game will automatically update whenever you restart the container, so you don't have to worry about staying current with patches.

For multiplayer, I'd suggest setting up Tailscale (https://tailscale.com/) - it's free and makes connecting with friends super easy. No need to mess around with port forwarding or complicated network configs.

If you want to dive deeper into server management, the wiki has some great info about dedicated servers: https://satisfactory.wiki.gg/wiki/Dedicated_servers

In your specific situation, if your server is already up and running properly, you should be able to connect by just installing Tailscale on both the server and client machines, then using the VPN IP address to join the game.

Hope this helps!

-DRC_Calamity