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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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Secure Passwords