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The command "ntpq --interactive" is used to launch the NTP (Network Time Protocol) Query program in interactive mode.
NTP is a networking protocol used to synchronize the time on computer systems over a network. It allows a system to determine the precise time by querying NTP servers, which are responsible for maintaining accurate time information.
The NTP Query program, ntpq, is a command-line tool that allows users to query and control the NTP daemon running on a particular system or server. It provides a way to check the synchronization status, monitor peer relationships, query server statistics, and manage various configuration options.
Launching "ntpq" with the "--interactive" option opens the program in an interactive mode, i.e., a prompt-based interface. This interface allows the user to perform real-time queries and issue commands to the NTP server or daemon. The interactive mode provides a more dynamic and interactive experience, allowing users to explore and interact with the NTP system more flexibly.