Network Time Protocol

Network Time Protocol (NTP) is a networking protocol for clock synchronization between computer systems over packet-switched, variable-latency data networks.

In operation since before 1985, NTP is one of the oldest Internet protocols in use. NTP was originally designed by David L. Mills of the University of Delaware, who still develops and maintains it with a team of volunteers.

Read more about Network Time Protocol:  Overview, Clock Strata, NTP Timestamps, Clock Synchronization Algorithm, Leap Seconds, Security Concerns

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