A strong password is the first line of defence against attacks to your devices and data.
When it comes to remembering the various passwords you have and use, there are a couple of simple solutions. The most simple and probably easiest is to actually write them down on paper and store them somewhere secure in your house.(Not in your briefcase or phone case and don't take a picture of it) Cyber criminals can scour the internet for personal information but an old fashioned piece of paper in a desk drawer is beyond their reach. There are also secure password managers available as an alternative, just make sure they are in fact secure.
Here are a few tips to use which may make your password changing lives easier.
- Use a passphrase instead of a single word
- Phrases can be easy to remember and stringing a few words together can make for a very strong password. Keep in mind that mixing numbers or symbols in it will make it even stronger so try to think of a phrase important to you that no one knows. A word of caution, don't use your birthday, pet's name, child's name or other personal details in your passwords.
- Always use 2 factor authentication if your software, web page or app provides it. Two-factor authentication provides a large layer of protection to you, so take advantage of it.
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Ensure whatever password you chose has a presence of numbers and symbols.
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Never use the same password for more than one login. It's tempting to do this but the results of a password breach with multiple accounts using the same password is instantly much worse than just one account.
Choosing a strong password will go a long way to keeping your data and devices safe from hackers attempting to gain access.
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