ntpdate

Ntpdate is a command-line tool used to synchronize the computer's system clock with a network time server using the Network Time Protocol (NTP). It is typically available on Unix-like operating systems, including Linux and macOS. When executed, ntpdate queries a remote NTP server and adjusts the local clock based on the server's response. It is commonly used in scenarios where the computer's clock is significantly off from the correct time. The tool provides a simple and convenient way to manually synchronize the time, avoiding the need for continuous time synchronization as provided by NTP daemons. However, ntpdate is considered deprecated and has been replaced by newer tools like chrony or systemd-timesyncd, which offer additional features and improved synchronization methods. It is advisable to use alternative time synchronization tools rather than ntpdate, unless required for specific legacy systems.