Stop using your dog's name as a password and up your security gameUp your password game by ditching the pets names and creating strong, unique passwords with these tools and tips.
Let's get right down to it: Your password probably sucks. "Okay, smart guy. Which one?" you're probably asking, smugly thinking to yourself that you have more than one password, so what does this jerk know anyway? All of them. They all suck. Even if you have more than a small handful of passwords, chances are you've gone for convenience over better security, leading to passwords that are both easier to remember and easier for someone else to guess or crack.
Here's the thing: We've all done it. We all have or have had bad passwords and weak security practices at one point or another. But if you really care about your digital security, you first have to recognize that there is a problem.
But it's okay. I'm going to tell you what's wrong with the passwords you've got, along with how to make better ones.
What's wrong with your passwords?
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Stop using your dog's name as a password and up your security game
