What is a strong password and how do I create one?
What is a strong” password? It is sometimes hard for people to understand why a password such as a pet’s name or their mother’s maiden name isnt a good password, or why passwords should be changed regularly. A strong password is a password that is difficult for others to determine by guessing or by using automated programs. There are websites and chat groups that are designed to assist those with criminal intent, including hackers. Hundreds of programs are available online that do nothing but crack passwords. For these reasons and many more it, is vital that care is taken when setting your password. A ‘strong’ password: Is a minimum of 8 characters Is a combination of upper (ABC) and lower case letters (abc) Includes numbers (123) and symbols(!@#) Does not appear in a dictionary (in any language) Passwords should be changed on a regular basis, and should change immediately if you suspect you have been compromised. Your password is useless if you leave it on a sticky note attached to yo
