ntpd (NTP daemon)

ntpd (Network Time Protocol daemon) is a program that keeps your computer's clock accurate by syncing it with highly precise time sources over the internet. It continuously adjusts the system time to match universal time standards, ensuring that your device's time remains correct even over long periods. This is essential for systems that require accurate timestamps, such as financial transactions, logging events, or coordinating activities across multiple devices. Essentially, ntpd acts as a reliable timekeeper, helping your computer stay synchronized with global time references.