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Chrony for Accurate Server Time Synchronization
In this episode of Linux Server Admin, Lucas and Luna dive into the often-overlooked but critical task of keeping server clocks accurate using Chrony. They walk through real-world failures caused by time drift — from authentication errors to broken log sequencing — and explain how Chrony addresses the shortcomings of older NTP implementations. You'll learn basic configuration with pool and iburst directives, how to verify synchronization with chronyc sources, and how to set up authentication with symmetric keys. Whether you run a single server or a fleet, this episode gives you the practical…
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