Master Clock
A "Master Clock" is a central timekeeping device that regulates the time for other clocks within a system. It ensures that all connected clocks display the same accurate time, which is crucial for coordination in various settings, such as transportation, telecommunications, and broadcasting.
Master clocks often use precise time sources, like atomic clocks, to maintain accuracy. They can synchronize multiple slave clocks, which are the secondary clocks that follow the master clock's time. This synchronization helps prevent discrepancies and ensures that operations relying on precise timing run smoothly.