How can I help limit unauthorized access to my personal information when using the Internet and MSN Messenger?
The MSN Messenger client uses your Microsoft .NET Passport profile to sign in to .NET Messenger Service. Take steps to help protect your Passport profile information by following these basic guidelines: • Create a strong password: • Use a combination of numbers, letters and standard symbols (~, #, %), such as qwert%319. • Use at least 6 characters, but no more than 16 characters. • Use something you can remember. • Don’t include spaces or special characters. • Don’t use personal information that someone could easily figure out, such as your birthday, your child’s name, or your phone number. • Don’t use common dictionary words from any language. • Passwords are case-sensitive, so note which letters you capitalize. • Change your password every few months. • Never share your password with anyone. • Don’t respond to any message that asks for your password. • Never store your account information and password on your computer. That will make it easier for someone to get access to the informa
