Is your password on this Internet list?

This article is an extremely worthwhile read, and a reminder why we need to take care when selecting passwords for online services. Using a common and/or easy-to-guess password opens up the possibility of having your system hacked, your identity stolen, or worse. At the least this can be embarrassing, at worst result in unauthorized access to financial or identity services!

The top 50 passwords you should never use

The technique of using a “passphrase,” as suggested in this video, is an excellent idea.

 

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