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NTP operates on a hierarchical system of time sources called strata. A stratum 0 device, like an atomic clock or GPS clock, provides the ultimate time reference. Stratum 1 servers connect directly to these devices, while stratum 2 servers receive time from stratum 1 servers. This layered approach allows scalability and redundancy in time synchronization.
Global NTP Network Time Server market was valued at USD 154 million in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 197 million by 2031, representing a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.7% during the forecast period. CAGR of 3.7% (2024 – 2032)
Military
Transportation
Manufacturing
Sport
Others
• GPS • Glonass
• Beidou
• MOBATIME
• AccuBeat
• Orolia
• Wharton
• Microchip Technology
• Arbiter
• Elproma
• EndRun Technologies