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Difference between timed and xntpd ?

  • 1.  Difference between timed and xntpd ?

    Posted Fri February 06, 2009 03:05 AM

    Originally posted by: Vilius


    Hi,

    Looks like these perform similar function.
    What is the difference ?

    thanks
    Vilius


  • 2.  Re: Difference between timed and xntpd ?

    Posted Wed February 11, 2009 03:04 PM

    Originally posted by: alethad


    Timed is for synchronizing between your local systems on your network. But xntpd synchronizes your system to another system outside your network on the Internet.

    For instance, I use the xntpd to sync my systems with the Navy's time servers. You decide what you want. Different strokes for different folks.

    Good luck.


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