Keeping Your Passwords Secure
As the web has evolved, so have the methods of collecting personal
information. A large number of websites require visitors to
register to gain access or participate. While the need for
registration is understandable, tracking user names and passwords
can be burdensome. Consider using software to store your
passwords, in a safe accessible manner.Most websites have
privacy policies, but the value of privacy statements are only as
honorable as the people behind the websites. Here are suggestions
for keeping passwords and your information secure:
1.) change your password frequently
2.) never share your password with anyone
3.) try to choose a password so it doesn't need to be
written down, but not so obvious others would easily guess the
password
4.) be sure your password is at least 6 characters
5.) don't use a password containing all the same characters
6.) don't send your password via email or provide it over
the phone
7.) don't use pet, family or friend names
8.) don't use your telephone number, zip code or address
9.) use a different password for each account
10.) don't use user name
11.) deactivate accounts for terminated employees
12.) don't allow shared accounts
13.) password contains upper, lowercase letters, non-letter
characters and numbers
Resources
Password Software -
http://www.password-software.com
Passwords are not foolproof. Do not rely on a password alone to
protect sensitive information. Monitor accounts closely to ensure
that security is not breached.
About the Author -
Sharon Housley manages marketing for NotePage, Inc.
http://www.notepage.net a company specializing in alphanumeric
paging, SMS and wireless messaging software solutions. Other sites
by Sharon can be found at
http://www.softwaremarketingresource.com , and
http://www.small-business-software.net
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