Virtual time. Part 1: Computer Time Sources

The Importance of Precise Time

known since ancient times. The length of the day was determined by sunrise and sunset. The length of the month according to the phases of the moon. The accuracy of time cannot be overestimated now - shipping, train movements, stock markets, etc. In modern life it is impossible to do without knowledge of time. The usefulness of this knowledge cannot be overestimated.

The current format is Universal Time Coded UTC.

, with different time zones. The point is that noon in different parts of the planet occurs at the moment of the highest position of the Sun. It is measured by atomic clocks, the accuracy of which cannot be disrupted even by a second.

How to find out the exact time by phone - list of numbers

The correct time is not always displayed on the phone. Due to a software failure or incorrect user settings, the data may not be displayed correctly. So, on the screen a person will see a time that diverges from the correct one by several minutes or even hours.

Fortunately, there are several surefire ways to find out the exact time. The most correct thing for a person with a smartphone in his hands is to call a specific number. Such numbers are assigned to each individual region, which means the user needs to find the correct coordinates in the table for their city. This service is completely free if the call is made from a landline phone. When calling from a smartphone, the call is charged in accordance with the terms of the tariff plan.

When making a call from a smartphone or landline phone of a city that is under regional jurisdiction, do not forget to enter the region code. Otherwise the call will not take place.

After making a call, the subscriber will hear a voice message that will tell you the exact time in the city, region or country. In all cases, local time is indicated. If you wish, you can find out what time it is in another city by selecting the corresponding number from the table. In this case, the call will be charged regardless of whether the person is calling from a landline or mobile phone.

If you are abroad, you should check the number through the information service of your host country. In this case, it cannot be guaranteed that the call will be free. Most likely, money will be debited from your personal account in accordance with the roaming conditions of the mobile operator.

How to check the time on your phone with a mobile operator

Some users have problems dialing a number assigned to a specific region. Some people simply forget to indicate the area code, while others simply cannot wait for an answer. In such a situation, you should consider an alternative option, which also involves calling a special service.

The exact time service is available not only in regional centers and large cities, but also in mobile operators. Each company that provides communication services has its own number that allows you to find out the exact time. If you were unable to find out the exact hour and minute using the previously proposed method, you can use this option. But it is important to rewrite the number that is assigned specifically to your operator.

MTS

Mobile TeleSystems is the largest Russian company providing communication services. To find out the exact time, an MTS subscriber needs to call the support number (0890). After making a call, the user will hear the voice of an answering machine.

A subscriber of another mobile operator can also use this service via MTS. To do this you need to dial 8-800-250-08-90.

It will prompt you to click the button corresponding to a specific action. The proposed list includes . That is, by pressing a virtual key on the smartphone screen or a physical key on a push-button phone, the subscriber will be able to find out the exact hour, minute and second.

If you are unable to obtain the information you need, you can use an alternative option. Make a call to any number from the phone book. Try to hang up as quickly as possible and then dial *152#. The smartphone screen will display details of the last calls made, indicating the exact local time. In such a situation, you need to act as quickly as possible so that the information does not lose its relevance.

Beeline

Another large operator offers its customers a different way to find out the hour, minute and second at the moment. Beeline has a special one, which is activated after dialing a short number. In accordance with its terms, a small amount of money will be debited from the subscriber’s personal account, which depends on the connected tariff. If the conditions suit you, then simply dial 100.

If the subscriber is not ready to spend money just to find out the exact time, you can, by analogy with MTS, call the support service at 0611. The subsequent plan of action will remain unchanged. The customer will need to follow several steps by pressing buttons on the phone. The answering machine will tell you which key to choose.

Megaphone

MegaFon is famous for its high cost of communication services. At the same time, clients note the high quality of the connection, but in this situation it is the price of the service that will be important, which allows you to find out the hour, minute and second. As in the case of MTS, Megafon offers to use the “Exact time” option.

Unlike the previous company, to obtain the necessary information you do not need to call, but send a USSD command. True, the operation is also performed through the dialer. The character dialing order is as follows: *122#. For using the option, a small amount of money will be charged, which depends on the current tariff.

In some cases, you can find out the exact time by command *155#.

Of course, for Megafon there is an alternative method that does not require money for the operation. The subscriber only needs to call the support service at 0500. Then all that remains is to follow the instructions of the answering machine.

Tele 2

This operator also offers a paid option to find out the exact time. But its cost is only 1 ruble, so it will not cause serious damage to the subscriber’s balance. You can use the service by calling 650.

Also, no one forbids calling the toll-free support number (611). By following the instructions from the answering machine, you can order information about the current time in your locality.

Conclusion:

This time duration calculator is designed to provide a general estimate of the duration of time in various scenarios. No one should rely entirely on this time calculator for financial purposes. It is intended for educational and training purposes.

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How to find out the exact time in your smartphone settings

If you own a smartphone, then you don’t have to call the number to get information about the exact time. The exact hour and minute can be found by accessing the settings of your mobile device.

Someone may be wondering how to find out the exact time if all settings are entered manually. The answer is very simple - the settings of any modern smartphone have an automatic time detection function. It allows you to find out the hour and minute, regardless of what city or time zone a person is in.

To receive up-to-date information you need:

1. Open your smartphone settings.
2. Select "Date and Time".
3. Activate the “Automatic date and time” item.

The menu item names may vary depending on the brand and model of your device.

Once the suggested actions are completed, the smartphone will show the exact hour and minute according to your time zone. But sometimes malfunctions may occur when this function operates, so it is important to know additional methods for determining time.

Telephone service of exact time in the CIS countries

Not only residents of Russia can find out the exact time - the service is also available in the nearest CIS countries. Thus, the exact time service operates in Ukraine, Belarus, and Armenia. What’s convenient is that the call numbers are identical throughout the country, so when you go on a trip you only need to write down one phone number and call it.

Telephone service in the CIS works the same way as in Russia - the subscriber calls a special number, where the answering machine reports the current time accurate to the hour, minute, second. In addition, you can determine the time on our website - online, taking into account your location.

other methods

Calling a phone number or digging into the settings of a mobile device are far from the only options to find out the time. There are alternative methods that we recommend you familiarize yourself with.

Hermann

Expert in the field of digital technologies and the activities of mobile operators. I am engaged in constant monitoring of industry changes in Russia and abroad.

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Question to the expert

How can I find out the exact time for my city?

The simplest option involves typing the phrase “exact time in my city” in any of the search engines you know. As a rule, information is displayed immediately below the search bar.

Is it possible to find out the time for another country or city?

Certainly. In addition to the previous option, when you need to enter a search query indicating a specific city, you can use the website correct-time.ru or the page yandex.ru/time.

What to do if you don’t have the Internet at hand?

In this case, the special numbers that we talked about earlier will come in handy. The automatic time detection function in your phone settings will also help.

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Hermann

Expert in the field of digital technologies and the activities of mobile operators. I am engaged in constant monitoring of industry changes in Russia and abroad.

How to add or subtract two different times?

To add two different times, you can take the help of a time calculator or follow these simple steps to get the result time between times:

• First of all, add the specified hours.
• Now add the specified minutes.
• If the given minutes are 60 or more than 60, then you need to subtract 60 from the given total number of minutes and then add 1 to the total number of given hours. For example:
• One time: 2:45
• Second time: 1:10
• 2:45 + 1:10
• Now let's add the hours: 2 = 1 = 3
• Now let's add minutes: 45 + 10 = 55
• Answer: 3:55

To subtract two different times, take the help of a time calculator or follow these simple steps to get the result:

• First of all, minus the given hours.
• In the second step we will subtract the given minutes.
• If the given minutes are presented with a negative sign, then we will add 60 to them and minus 1 from the given hours. For example:

1. One time: 4:10
2. Second time: 1:05
3. 4:10 – 1:05
4. We will subtract Hours: 4−1 = 3, now minus Minus: 10−5 = 5
5. Answer: 3:05