Passwords – can’t live with them, can’t live without them. Sounds something similar to an old English saying but really makes sense to PC users. If your company has yet to rollout a large Biometric based security and it still relies on old password systems, then you’ll have a BIG headache especially when you work as a SysAdmin like me in a large firm. I have at least 30 passwords and some of them gets changed every 30 days. I have an ingenious way of storing it but its not foolproof. Do consider using suitable software to store your passwords, in a safe accessible manner like Norton Password Manager 2004 and Citrix Password Manager.
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.
Here’s some tips on choosing passwords :
· change your password frequently
· never share your password with anyone
· try to choose a password so it doesn't need to be written down, but not so obvious others would easily guess the password
· be sure your password is at least 6 characters
· don't use a password containing all the same characters
· don't send your password via email or provide it over the phone
· don't use pet, family or friend names
· don't use your telephone number, zip code or address
· use a different password for each account
· don't use user name
· deactivate accounts for terminated employees
· don't allow shared accounts
· password contains upper, lowercase letters, non-letter characters and numbers
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