[Tutor] Setting the PC Clock to Correct Time

[Chris Fuller]

I just checked my laptop (XP Pro), and you can set the time server (or use the 
default), but it only updates once a week.  So your computer's time could be 
off by thirty seconds by the time of the next synchronization.  It might be 
enough, but you also need to be aware so you aren't confused into thinking it 
isn't working when its off by four seconds the next day.

I used to have my linux desktop synchronize every six hours.  The full blown 
NTP client runs more or less continuously, and can keep you within 
milliseconds of the standard.

Cheers

On Saturday 19 April 2008 10:45, Wayne Watson wrote:
> I have a Python program that runs 24/7, but is activated around dusk and
> de-activated from its task around dawn. My clock drifts about 4 sec/day.
> Is there some function that will fetch the correct time from the
> internet and reset the clock? I'd like to reset the clock each time the
> program is activated at dusk.