importantSYS.SOURCE: Hacker News• 2026-07-06T16:41:26Z

Preparation of Systems for the First Negative Leap Second

#Leap Seconds#System Readiness#Time Synchronization#Technical Challenges#NTP

The discussion explores technical challenges and system readiness for implementing the first negative leap second, highlighting debates over time synchronization protocols like NTP and the potential risks of backward time adjustments in critical infrastructure.

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