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2. Password manager - Wikipedia

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   A password manager is a computer program that allows users to store and manage their passwords [ 1 ] for local applications or online services such as web applications, online shops or social media. [ 2 ] A web browser generally has a built in version of a password manager. These have been criticized frequently as many have stored the passwords ...

3. Password policy - Wikipedia

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   Password policy. A password policy is a set of rules designed to enhance computer security by encouraging users to employ strong passwords and use them properly. A password policy is often part of an organization's official regulations and may be taught as part of security awareness training. Either the password policy is merely advisory, or ...

4. Password strength - Wikipedia

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   Systems that use passwords for authentication must have some way to check any password entered to gain access. If the valid passwords are simply stored in a system file or database, an attacker who gains sufficient access to the system will obtain all user passwords, giving the attacker access to all accounts on the attacked system and possibly other systems where users employ the same or ...

5. How to Create a Safe, Memorable Online Password - AOL

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   If your idea of a smart password is your first car followed by your mother's name, you need to get with the program. Hackers have recently stung Fox News (NWS) and Apple (AAPL), the International ...

6. Tips to create a strong password - AOL Help

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   Create a strong password. • Use unique words - Don't use obvious words like "password". • Have 12 or more characters - Longer passwords are more secure. • Avoid sequences or repeated characters - Don't use adjacent characters on your keyboard (QWERTY). • Use a different password for each site - Otherwise, if someone acquires one ...

7. How to keep your passwords and online accounts safe - AOL

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   Use strong passwords If you're using a default password and it's something like "123456" or "password," stop reading this article and change it right now. Those are among the most common passwords ...