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STRATUMS IN THE NTP PROTOCOL: Understanding the hierarchy of servers

In order to establish synchronisation mechanisms within a local network, the first thing to do is choosing the right protocol. Indeed, many protocols...

Comparing synchronisation protocols: IRIG vs. NTP vs. PTP

Time synchronisation is a necessity in many areas of computing and networking, especially in critical systems where accuracy, reliability and security...

Overview of the IRIG time standard

Nowadays, there are many sectors for which each microsecond counts. It is actually the case for the defence, aerospace and the energy sector. As for...

How to enhance the security of a video surveillance system?

Video surveillance is an important factor when it comes to security. Whether as visual evidence or a deterrent, video surveillance systems enhance the...

Why is it essential to display an accurate time in a railway station or an underground station?

In addition to displaying the time, a railway station or an underground station must distribute a reliable, accurate and secure time to all its...

Why is it an advantage to broadcast threat-intrusion alert messages in MP3 format?

The MP3 audio format is now widely available and has many advantages. Widely used in the music industry, this format can also be found on all types of...

Why is it important to have an audio and alert system in a nursing home?

How to remind residents of entertainment times, without going round all the rooms? How to assist them in their loss of space and time? How to...

How works the Precision Time Protocol (PTP)?

As defined in the IEEE-1588 standard, Precision Time Protocol (PTP) is a highly accurate method to synchronise computers over a Local Area Network...

Network Time Protocol (NTP) and Bodet Equipment

Network Time Protocol (NTP) is widely used in LANs (Local Area Network) and WANs (Wide Area Network) to synchronize computer clocks to standard time...