Password Security Basics

Avoiding personal info in passwords

• use names, birthdays, or easy words

• use complex symbols and numbers

• use common phrases and quotes

• use your favorite color and pet's name

Identifying a strong password

• latex="T!g3r\_B@ll09" (uses mix of types, not a real word)

• password123 (common and weak)

• qwerty (common keyboard pattern)

• letmein (common phrase)

Planning to remember strong passwords

• Using a simple word

• Writing it down on paper

• Using a password manager or create a memorable phrase

• Storing it in your email

Reasoning for not sharing passwords

• increases risk of account being hacked

• improves account security

• makes it easier to remember passwords

• allows for easier account recovery

Mix of characters in strong passwords

• uppercase letters, spaces, special characters

• lowercase, numbers, symbols

• only numbers and letters

• only uppercase letters and symbols

Strong password length

• At least 6 characters

• At least 8 characters

• At least 10 characters

• At least 12 characters

Changing passwords regularly

• improves system performance

• prevents unauthorized access

• increases storage capacity

• reduces internet speed

Purpose of a password

• To keep accounts and information safe

• To make it easier to remember usernames

• To allow sharing of accounts with others

• To prevent unauthorized access to devices

Example of a weak password

• 123456

• password

• qwerty

• letmein

Password security definition

• A method to enhance user experience

• A technique to prevent unauthorized access

• Passwords from being stolen or guessed

• A way to increase password length