What is the key difference between Knapcode.SampleMcpServer and World Monitor?

Knapcode.SampleMcpServer belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution, while World Monitor belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Knapcode.SampleMcpServer or World Monitor in Claude Desktop or Cursor?

Copy the mcpServers JSON configuration snippet provided on this page into your claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json file and restart your AI client.

Are Knapcode.SampleMcpServer and World Monitor free or paid?

Knapcode.SampleMcpServer operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). World Monitor operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Knapcode.SampleMcpServer lists 0 tools with 1 views and 0 GitHub stars. World Monitor lists 0 tools with 1 views and 80,501 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Knapcode.SampleMcpServer and World Monitor together in the same MCP host?

Yes! MCP hosts like Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, Cline, and VS Code support configuring multiple servers under the mcpServers object simultaneously.

How do I install Knapcode.SampleMcpServer or World Monitor in Claude Desktop, Cursor, or Windsurf?

Both servers follow the standard Model Context Protocol configuration format. Simply copy the JSON block from the configuration section above and paste it into your AI client's mcpServers configuration object (for instance in claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json ), then completely restart or refresh the application.

Are Knapcode.SampleMcpServer and World Monitor free to use, or do they require API keys?

Knapcode.SampleMcpServer is listed under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . World Monitor operates under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . If environment variables are required (such as API keys), be sure to define them under the env key in your MCP client's configuration file.

Can I run both Knapcode.SampleMcpServer and World Monitor at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both knapcode-samplemcpserver and world-monitor as distinct keys inside the single mcpServers object in your configuration file. Your AI assistant will automatically select and call the appropriate tool from either server during chat sessions.

Which MCP server has higher directory engagement and quality ratings?

On AllMCPs, Knapcode.SampleMcpServer has a Quality Score of 27 /100 ( Emerging ) with 1 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. World Monitor holds a Quality Score of 48 /100 ( Fair ) with 1 views, 0 installs, and 80,501 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Knapcode.SampleMcpServer vs World Monitor

In-depth architectural comparison of the Knapcode.SampleMcpServer and World Monitor MCP servers. Compare execution transports, security boundaries, tool capabilities, quality scores, and ready-to-paste client installation snippets for Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

At a Glance & Executive Verdict

Knapcode.SampleMcpServer

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 27/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

World Monitor

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 48/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Knapcode.SampleMcpServer if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose World Monitor if your workspace requires Developer Tools integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Knapcode.SampleMcpServer when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Developer Tools domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).

Explore Knapcode.SampleMcpServer Details

Choose World Monitor when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Developer Tools domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).

Explore World Monitor Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	K Knapcode.SampleMcpServer Developer Tools	World Monitor Developer Tools
Summary	A sample MCP server using the MCP C# SDK. Generates random numbers and random weather.	Live global intelligence: real-time markets, conflicts, country risk, chokepoints, energy. 39 tools.
Category & Scope	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Knapcode.SampleMcpServer Tools (0)

No explicit tool names declared in metadata yet. Check project README on main listing page.

World Monitor Tools (0)

No explicit tool names declared in metadata yet. Check project README on main listing page.

Ready-to-Paste Client Configurations

Paste either (or both) of these JSON server blocks into your client config file (e.g. claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json).

Knapcode.SampleMcpServer Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "knapcode-samplemcpserver": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "knapcode-samplemcpserver"
      ]
    }
  }
}

World Monitor Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "world-monitor": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "worldmonitor"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Knapcode.SampleMcpServer is categorized under Developer Tools and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, World Monitor belongs to Developer Tools using local stdio subprocess. Select Knapcode.SampleMcpServer when you need capabilities focused on developer tools and World Monitor when you require tools for developer tools.

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