Your passwords are the keys you use to access personal information that you've stored on your computer and in your online accounts.
What makes a strong password?
- Make it lengthy.
- Create a phrase made of many words (a "pass phrase") by using the space bar.
- Combine letters, numbers, and symbols.
- Use words and phrases that are easy for you to remember, but difficult for others to guess.
Password Strategies to Avoid
- Avoid sequences or repeated characters. EX. "123456" or "222222"
- Avoid using only look-alike substitutions of numbers or symbols. EX. "M1cr0$0ft" or "P@ssw0rd".
- Avoid any part of your name, birthday, car number plate, or similar information.
- Avoid dictionary words in any language.
- Use more than one password everywhere.
- Avoid using online storage.
References:
Microsoft Digital LIfe
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