Password Power-Up

When you create a new password for an account, you should never __________.

• Tell your parents what your password is.

• Use at least eight characters.

• Start with a memorable phrase.

• Use private information like your name, phone number, or address.

Two of the passwords below are strong passwords that are difficult to guess. The other two are weak passwords that are easy to guess if you know someone's name or birthday. Choose the passwords that are strong.

• gRe@tj0b!

• anna12

• Luv2sw!m

• June112013

If a friend asked you for a tip about how to create a strong password, what would you tell them?

• Use your name.

• Make it short.

• Share it with a friend.

• Use numbers and symbols.

Noah created a password with his name and favorite sport. His password is "NoahSoccer." Why should Noah choose another password?

• NoahSoccer is too long.

• NoahSoccer is hard to remember.

• NoahSoccer uses his name and doesn't use symbols or numbers.

• Noah likes basketball, too.

How confident do you feel about knowing how to create a strong password? Pick one answer only.

• I feel very confident.

• I feel somewhat confident.

• I do not feel confident.