How to Change Time Zone in CentOS 7
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Summary: Learn how to change the time zone on CentOS 7 using the command line. This guide covers updating the system’s time zone settings effectively and efficiently.
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Changing the time zone on CentOS 7 is a straightforward process that can be done using the command line. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to update the time zone setting on your CentOS 7 system:
Check Current Time Zone
First, you should verify the current time zone setting. You can do this by running the following command in your terminal:
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Look for the line that starts with “Time zone” to see the currently configured time zone.
List Available Time Zones
To view a list of all available time zones that you can set, use the following command:
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This will display a long list of time zone identifiers. You can scroll through this list to find the appropriate time zone for your location.
Change Time Zone
Once you’ve identified the desired time zone, you can change the system’s time zone using the timedatectl command. Replace Your/Desired_Timezone with the time zone identifier you want to set (e.g., America/New_York):
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For example, to set the time zone to Eastern Time (US), you would use:
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Verify Changes
After changing the time zone, verify that the update was successful by running:
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Check the “Time zone” line again to ensure it reflects the new time zone setting.
Restart Services (Optional)
In some cases, it might be necessary to restart services that rely on the system’s time zone setting to apply the changes effectively. You can restart the chronyd service with:
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Conclusion
Changing the time zone on CentOS 7 can be done quickly through the command line using timedatectl. By following these steps, you can ensure that your system’s time zone is accurately configured to match your location.
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