UTC

Also known as CUT, Universal Coordinated Time, Universal Time Coordinated, Etc/UTC, Z, Coordinated Universal Time, Z-time, Zulu time

principal time standard that underlies civil times on Earth

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UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) is the main time standard used around the world to coordinate civil timekeeping. It matters because it provides a common reference point that allows people and systems across different countries and regions to synchronize with each other.

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Stack Exchange tag: stackoverflow.com/tags/utc
Commons category: Maps of time zones
short name: СКЧ

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Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is the primary time standard globally used to regulate clocks and time. It establishes a reference for the current time, forming the basis for civil time and time zones. UTC facilitates international communication, navigation, scientific research, and commerce.