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The command "sntpd" is typically used to start or control the behavior of the Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) daemon.

SNTP is a protocol used to synchronize the clocks of computers on a network. The "sntpd" command launches the SNTP daemon, which is responsible for maintaining accurate time synchronization between the local machine and network time servers.

When you execute the "sntpd" command, the daemon starts running in the background and continuously exchanges time information with configured time servers. It adjusts the local system time based on the received time data, ensuring that the clock remains accurate.

By default, the "sntpd" daemon operates in client mode, where it periodically queries one or more time servers and adjusts the local time accordingly. However, the behavior and configuration of the SNTP daemon can vary depending on the system and its specific implementation.

Overall, "sntpd" is a command used to manage the SNTP daemon and maintain system clock synchronization with external time servers.