In this article we will talk about how to set the time and date on the computer.
Setting time on Windows 7
Of course, for some people this article will seem very strange, because how can you not know the elementary. But alas, not everyone learned to work with a computer, and even such trifles can seem complicated.
First you need to find an indicator of that very time. It is always located in the lower right corner of the monitor, on the lower panel. Selecting it from other icons is as easy as shelling pear - it always shows the time and current date. Now you need to click on the indicator with the left mouse button. As soon as you do this, a small window with a calendar and a clock will open in front of you.
However, this is only the beginning of the journey. In the window that opens, you can’t do anything, just find out the number of days in a month and the day of the week. In order to start setting, you need to click the inscription "Change the date and time settings."
Now you see a completely different window. As you can see, it has three tabs, but you only need one - "Date and time". Usually it opens immediately itself. As you can see, there is a button “Change date and time”.
Important: in order to configure the date and time on a computer running Windows, you must have administrator rights. Otherwise, these manipulations will not lead to anything.
So, after you clicked the button, a window similar to the very first will appear in front of you, only now all the values on it can be changed. On the left is the calendar. To change the date on the computer, just click on the number that you need. You can change the month at the top of the calendar using the arrows. To translate the time, simply enter the desired value in the box under the clock. As soon as all actions are completed, click “OK”, the settings will be saved automatically.
Now you know how to set the date and time on a computer in Windows 7. Now you should consider other operating systems.
Linux time setting
So, Windows knows almost everything, but few are familiar with Linux , and someone even hears the first time about this operating system. However, her fans are not so small, and therefore it would be ridiculous to omit the information on how to set the time and date on a Linux computer.
In fact, setting the time on two operating systems is almost the same. And this time you also need to click on the time indicator, only on different Linux distributions this indicator is located in different ways. For example, in Ubuntu it is in the upper right, but in Linux Mint it is in the lower right corner. As soon as you find it, immediately click LMB.
Before you, as in Windows, a window with a calendar will appear. We will not dwell on it for a long time, therefore, we click on "Setting the date and time."
Now you have a large window with a map of all continents and with a large number of sliders and drop-down lists, but don’t be afraid, it’s easy to work with.
Unlike Windows, there are two ways to change the time and date on Linux. The first involves changing the time zone. In the upper left part of the window you can just notice the picture with all the ground and belts. Below it are two drop-down lists: a region and a city. Select the desired values, the time on the computer will be set in accordance with them.
If after that you set the time incorrectly, then you should go to a more flexible setting. To the right of the picture you can see the “Unlock” button - click it. You will be asked for a password. After entering it, you can change the values. However, for starters, uncheck the box next to "Network time." Now, using the interface elements, change all the time and date values as you like.
BIOS Setup
There is another way how to set the time and date on the computer, but it is more suitable for an advanced user. However, it is worth mentioning.
First of all, you need to get into the BIOS. Once you have done this, look in the first tab for an inscription similar to the Standart CMOS Feature. Entering it, you will see many different inscriptions, but they do not interest us. Look for the line Time or, if the time is already visible on the screen, change it. Here's an easy way to get around Linux password entry and Windows administrator privileges. Despite the fact that you know how to set the time and date on a computer with these OSs, something may go wrong.
Reasons for resetting
Know that if you constantly reset the time on your PC, then the reason with a probability of 80% is the battery on the motherboard. It just needs to be replaced, and everything will pass. These batteries are sold in almost any stationery store, but, of course, it would be better if you contact a computer.
The second option is also associated with the battery, but this time it does not sit down, but is oxidized. In this case, it also needs to be replaced, only before installing a new battery, clean the contacts.
Conclusion
Summing up, we can unequivocally state that setting the date and time on the computer is very simple. Most people can do this intuitively without help. However, sometimes difficulties are also possible. Now you know how to set the date and time on your computer.