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How do I Update My System Time

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This page walks you through how to manually update your Windows system date and time, and how to disable the Windows Time service so your changes are not automatically overwritten. Relevant for any ALTA staff member who needs to correct their PC's clock.

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Then navigate to Clock and Region – Date and Time.

Under Date and Time. we have the option to change today's date and time.

You can set/change the time by clicking on the highlighted box.

Next, you can go to the windows search bar and type in "Services".

In the Service app, scroll down to the bottom, locate and double clicking on "Windows Time".

In the Windows Time Properties, please choose the "Stop" button. Then, please select the drop-down option and choose "Disabled" option and click apply.

Please restart your machine.

How do I Update My System Time

How to Update Your System Time

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