What is timing holdover, and why does it matter for mission-critical systems?

Timing holdover keeps a system’s clock accurate after it loses its outside timing reference. It can last for seconds, hours, or even days. Telecom networks, radar systems, and satellite constellations all depend on it the moment that reference disappears. Without holdover, these systems lose the shared clock that keeps them in sync. In this FAQ, […] The post What is timing holdover, and why does…