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Computer Security 101

January 14, 2016

Passwords

Do not put passwords on Post-it Notes near your computer. If you must use them, keep them far away from the computer and locked away, if possible.
Do not share your passwords with anyone.
Add numbers and symbols. Passphrases (the first letter of each word in a favorite saying or lyric) are harder to crack, but easier to remember than random letters and numbers.
Change passwords 3 to 4 times per year.

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