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October 5th, 2023 | Where does my computer get the time from?
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This chapter delves into the retrieval of time data by computers, discussing sources like NTP servers, GPS satellites, and atomic clocks. It also explores various chain structures, including blockchain, Merkel Tree, and Merkel Dag, and their practical uses. Additionally, the chapter introduces HTTP3 and its impact on internet communications.
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