Setting Up a Chrony Time Server on Linux for Accurate Time Synchronization
Configuring a Chrony time server on Linux ensures precise and consistent time synchronization across networked systems. As a modern alternative to NTP, Chrony is efficient in handling variable network conditions and provides high accuracy. Below is a comprehensive guide to deploying Chrony as a time server.
Install Chrony
Begin by installing ...
Posted on Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:32:06 +0000 by ok
Managing System Date, Time, and Timezone with timedatectl in Linux
Overview
The timedatectl command is a modern utility available in RHEL/CentOS 7 and Fedora 21+ systems. It serves as part of the systemd system and service manager, replacing the traditional date command used in sysvinit-based Linux distributions.
This command allows you to query and modify the system clock, configure time settings, set timezon ...
Posted on Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:03:00 +0000 by whiteboikyle
Deploying an NTP Time Server with Docker and Chrony
Introduction to Chrony
Chrony is a versatile implementation of the Network Time Protocol (NTP). It enables synchronization of system clocks with NTP servers, reference clocks (such as GPS receivers), and even menual input via wristwatch and keyboard.
Container Deployment
1) Container Image Overview
By default, this container utilizes CloudFlare ...
Posted on Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:12:11 +0000 by alexsaidani
Retrieving Current Time with the NTPClient Library on ESP32
Requirements
Arduino IDE or VS Code with PlatformIO extension.
ESP32 development board.
USB data cable for connecting the board to your computer.
The core objective is to fetch and display real-time hours, minutes, and seconds via serial output.
Installing the NTPClient Libray
In PlatformIO, locate the NTPClient library using the library mana ...
Posted on Tue, 12 May 2026 18:28:03 +0000 by r_honey