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-Velocity is a next-generation Minecraft: Java Edition proxy suite. It is
-designed specifically for enhanced server support and scalability whilst
-not compromising flexibility.
+A Minecraft server proxy with unparalleled server support, scalability,
+and flexibility.
 
 Velocity is licensed under the MIT license for ultimate permissiveness
 and expanding the pool of potential contributors and users.
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 ## Status
 
 Velocity is currently in an alpha state: it is prone to change at any time and
-is not currently suitable for production usage. For development and testing
-purposes, however, Velocity is fully-fledged and ready to go.
+is currently only suitable for small servers and development/testing.
 
 Velocity supports Minecraft 1.8-1.13.1, and has full support for Paper and Sponge.
 Forge is fully supported but mod compatibility may vary.
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