It is important that the date and time are set correctly in your system. This will make it easier to manage the system resources and files and also aid in troubleshooting any problems. To set the date and time, run the Date & Time application tool from the System Settings sub-menu under the Main Menu.
Main Menu --> System Settings --> Date and Time
Alternatively you can right-click on the clock (time) applet display on the Panel and choose "Adjust Date and Time".
A dialog box asking for the root password will appear if you are not logged in as root. This is because the system date and time are important system parameters and so only the system administrator or root is allowed to do it. After entering the correct root password, you can change the date using the displayed calender and the time in the boxes provided. Select the Time Zone tab and check to see that the timezone selected is correct. If not, correct it by selecting the appropriate timezone region. Usually the system uses the local time, so do not select the "System clock uses UTC" checkbox.
Click to view screen shot Fig 2.7 Setting the Date and Time
Click on the OK button after all is done to enable the new date and time. You can check for the new date and time by resting your mouse over the clock (time) applet display on the Panel at the bottom of the screen.
Exercises
- Practice setting the date and time.
- Practice changing the appearance of the desktop clock
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Tutorial 2. Using the Linux Desktop
1. Basic Desktop Customization
2. Running Applications
3. Setting the Date and Time
