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Password Security Information
What Makes a Secure Password?
- Length: At least 12-16 characters
- Variety: Mix of character types
- Randomness: No predictable patterns
- Uniqueness: Different for each account
Character Types
- Uppercase: A-Z (26 characters)
- Lowercase: a-z (26 characters)
- Numbers: 0-9 (10 characters)
- Symbols: !@#$%^&* (32+ characters)
Security Metrics
- Entropy: Measure of randomness
- Strength: Overall security level
- Complexity: Character variety score
- Time to Crack: Estimated cracking time
Password Security Tips
Password Creation
- Use at least 12-16 characters
- Include all character types
- Avoid dictionary words
- Don't use personal information
Password Management
- Use unique passwords for each account
- Store passwords in a password manager
- Enable two-factor authentication
- Change passwords regularly
Common Mistakes
- Using short passwords
- Reusing passwords across sites
- Using predictable patterns
- Sharing passwords with others