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timedatectl: List available timezones.
$ timedatectl list-timezones
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The command "timedatectl list-timezones" is a command used in Linux systems to display a list of available time zones.

When it is executed, it queries the system's time zone database and retrieves a comprehensive list of time zones from around the world. The output of the command will typically display the time zones in alphabetical order.

This command can be helpful when configuring or changing the time zone settings on a Linux system. It provides an overview of all the options available, allowing the user to select the appropriate time zone for their system.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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