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Linux: System clock UTC, change setting after install
Problem: When installing most Linux distros the user is asked if the hardware clock is set to UTC or not. When installing on dedicated hardware this can be a good idea, but in a multi-boot or virtualized environment it's usually a bad idea. How do I change this setting later on if I notice that this is causing problems?
Solution: In /etc/sysconfig/clock, change set "`UTC=true`" or "`UTC=false`" depending on your needs.
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