Word of the Day – July 17, 2025

Network Time Protocol

Acronyms

  • NTP

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Definitions

Type Definition Sources
Configurable Item An Internet protocol that is used to synchronize the clocks of a computer system over packet-switched, variable-latency data networks. (used 3 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology
Noun An Internet protocol that is used to synchronize the clocks of a computer system over packet-switched, variable-latency data networks. (used 31 times in citations and controls)
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Other Forms

Type Other Form
Plural Network Time Protocol
Plural Possessive Network Time Protocol's
Possessive Network Time Protocol's

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