> On Mar 4, 2021, at 08:47, David Smith <[email protected]> wrote:
...
> 2) I'm not suggesting at all that WSJT modify the system clock. In fact, my 
> suggestion is that WSJT leave the system clock alone, and that we add a 
> feature that allows offset to the system clock.

But why are you interested in working people who can’t sync their clock?

> 3) Using other devices or software to do this for you adds complexity that 
> isn't necessary; ntpd, chrony, GPS, all of these add new dependencies and 
> fiddles/adjustments that make using WSJT more complicated to use.

Which adds complexity to the program.

> 4) Really the main problem to solve here is portable operation.

This also invites more non-standard operation.  More laziness of the operator.

> 5) potentially, allowing an automatic offset adjustment within the software 
> itself to average the clocks of received stations has the potential to 
> completely eliminate the need for "accurate clocks" across the board

This was discussed long ago.  One of the things that would/could happen is the 
gradual drifting of all clocks so that they were all the same, but incorrect.  
Not a good goal for a hobby that is supposed to instill technical and accurate 
operation.

Gary - AG0N

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