This software is free of charge and can be freely copied and distributed, provided that this document is included with it, and that the software and its documentation are not modified in any way. This software may not however be sold or distributed for profit without authorization from the author. Use it at your own risk. I will not be responsible for any inconvenience this software could cause to you or your computer.
AutoClock is an application and a system extension that keeps your Macintosh's clock right. As a matter of fact, this clock has the tendency to deviate from the standard time every day, which can accumulate to minutes or dozens of minutes after one year.
The "AutoClock" application allows you to:
• set the clock by calling a time server, if you have a modem,
• set the clock manually from an accurate source (for example a vocal time server (303-499-7111) or the radio),
• display a logbook of every clock changes on your Macintosh, whether they were done with AutoClock, or with another application (the General control panel, or the Clock desk accessory for example),
• compute the mean clock deviation of the Macintosh's clock for a 24-hour period, using data recorded in the logbook,
• display the date and time in almost any country of the world.
The system extension "AutoClock Extension" can:
• periodically open the AutoClock application according to your schedule, to perform an automatic clock adjustment by calling the time server, without any user intervention,
• keep the Macintosh's clock continually right, by adjusting it using the computed mean clock deviation,
• automatically adjust the clock for Daylight Saving Time,
• detect any clock changes done by any other programs, and record them in the application's logbook.
If you don't know how to use a command, or how to set an option, don't forget to read the documentation or activate help balloons in AutoClock.
Important !!!
If you are one of those who never read documentations, read the following important recommendations:
• Keep the port speed (communication settings) to 1200 bps, even if you are using a faster modem. The rare exceptions are for modems with a locked interface speed.
• If you are using a fax or server software and AutoClock is unable to use the serial port, check the "Force Port" box (communication settings). Avoid checking it if all works without checking it.
• Check if the time server phone number are correct. In general, each default phone number is valid if called from the same country as the time server. You will have to add/remove an international prefix or country/state code if you are calling from another place.
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