What is tcp_timestamps and can we disable it?

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  • What is tcp_timestamps and can we disable it?
  • What are TCP Time Stamps?
  • What are the implications if tcp_timestamps is disabled or enabled?

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7

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