Want to join server, but looks really complicated

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Wow, thanks for all the replies. I am glad to see this forum so active. I hope the server is too. The FL universe is fairly large. How often do you bump into another player? I'd assume I am not going to see pirates at every tradelane stop, but what about every run?
I will read up on the difference between smuggling and trading. Smuggling does sound more fun. I would imagine a ship with 3500 cargo space takes a very long time to work towards. I like the "build yourself from rags to riches" idea that was mentioned earlier. What level til you can buy one? I'd guess it takes a few weeks of casual play.
I use F1 in single player to pause the game, but I assume in multi it does something else? Disconnect is my guess. Or some other dirtbag trick that prevents the pirate from blowing you up.

You'll bump into other players everywhere.

You won't see pirates in every system, but you can run across 2 or 3 depending on your route. The thing is to plan ahead, and if you have an escort that might lessen the danger somewhat.

Smuggling is fun. Doo eeeeet!

F1 is a disconnect from the server. Some lowly dogs use it in an attempt to avoid paying pirates, or to escape having their ship destroyed. This is a very big no-no on this server and leads to heavy sanctions.

Edit : I've been here nearly two years and don't know half of what is going on.

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