Chapter 39: Network Time Protocol

In this chapter, you will

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  Learn the characteristics of Network Time Protocol (NTP)



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  Learn how NTP is used by enterprise systems and networks



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  Review the procedure for configuring an NTP server



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  Review the procedure for configuring an NTP client



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  Learn the access control and authentication methods supported by NTP

The Network Time Protocol (NTP) provides a framework for standardizing and synchronizing the accurate setting of time and date on individual systems and networks of systems.