Time Zone - Display Default Time Zone Info

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In summary, the speaker suggests displaying the default time zone for non-members or prospective members on the main page, as it may be helpful information. They also suggest using GMT instead of Central time. The respondent acknowledges the suggestion and mentions that the server is in GMT-5, and they will consider adding the information somewhere.
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This is just a minor thing, but I thought I would mention it because it may be easily fixed. When not logged in there is no way of knowing what default time zone the board is using. Or if there is I haven't noticed it. It might be helpful to non members or perspective members if this information was displayed somewhere in the header of the main page. Of course this information should not be displayed for logged in members because we set whatever time zone we want in our options settings. Also, why not use GMT instead of Central? It's more of an international standard.
 
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Thanks for the suggestion. The server is in GMT-5. We'll consider adding it somewhere.
 

1. What is a time zone?

A time zone is a designated area on Earth that has a uniform standard time for legal, commercial, and social purposes. It is based on the concept of dividing the world into 24 longitudinal zones, with each zone having a difference of one hour from its neighboring zones.

2. How many time zones are there in the world?

There are 40 different time zones in the world, including those that differ by 30 or 45 minutes from the standard one-hour intervals.

3. Why do we have different time zones?

The concept of time zones was created to standardize time across different regions of the world and to make it easier to coordinate activities and schedules. It also takes into account the Earth's rotation and the position of the sun at different longitudes.

4. How are time zones determined?

Time zones are determined by lines of longitude. The prime meridian, which passes through Greenwich, England, is used as the reference point for calculating time zones. Each time zone is 15 degrees of longitude wide, with the standard time being one hour ahead of the previous time zone.

5. What is the purpose of displaying the default time zone information?

Displaying the default time zone information helps individuals and organizations keep track of time differences between different regions and coordinate activities more efficiently. It also ensures that appointments and meetings are scheduled accurately, taking into account daylight saving time and other factors that may affect time zones.

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