How Do I Set Timezone in Linux?
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How do I set the timezone in Linux?

To change the time zone in Linux systems use the sudo timedatectl set-timezone command followed by the long name of the time zone you want to set.

How do I change timezone from IST to UTC in Linux?

Convert the UTC to IST in linux

  1. 1.First search for the available time zone by the below command. …
  2. Then unlink the current timezone sudo unlink /etc/localtime.
  3. 3.Now set the new timezone. …
  4. For example sudo ln -s /usr/share/zoneinfo/Asia/Kolkata /etc/localtime.
  5. Now check the DateTime using date command.
Marcus Vance

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Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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