Revisiting Time: UT1, UTC, NTP and NTS
Summary
Geoff Huston analyzes the complexities of timekeeping on the Internet, covering UT1 vs UTC, leap seconds, and how NTP distributes time with accuracy across networks. The piece also explores securing time distribution with NTS, the potential of NTP over QUIC, and public time services, highlighting governance, risks, and practical implications for IT and network operations.