This utility prompts Mac OS X to refresh the date and time automatically, ensuring accurate information prior to user login. Ideal for those who require precise timestamping and scheduling.
One of the key features of NTP Clock Sync is its ability to update the date and time using the Network Time Server set in System Preferences, which makes it very useful for Macs that use Active Directory (AD) for authentication. With AD, the date and time must be very close to the AD Servers' date and time, as any variation in the Mac's clock can lead to login problems.
This is especially important for Macs that use Boot Camp because when switching back from Windows, the date and time can be hours out of sync. By default, MacOS resyncs the date and time only once a user has logged in, which can cause major problems with AD.
Fortunately, NTP Clock Sync is a completely free of charge application from Maza Digital, and it offers a simple yet effective solution to the problem of incorrect date and time in Active Directory logins.