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The second tab allows you to specify a UTC offset. The tab displays a list of offsets to choose from,

as well as an option to set daylight saving time.

Figure 3 21. Configuring the Time Zone

On both tabs, you can select System Clock uses UTC. Please select this if you know that your system

is set to UTC.

Tip

To change your time zone configuration after you have completed the installation, use the Time and

Date Properties Tool.

Type the redhat config date command in a shell prompt to launch the Time and Date Properties

Tool. If you are not root, it will prompt you for the root password to continue.

3.25. Account Configuration

The Account Configuration screen allows you to set your root password. Additionally, you can set

up user accounts for you to log in to once the installation is complete (see Figure 3 22).