The IT Nerd

At the end of the day, there are certain password best practices that everyone should follow. Use these rules today and immediately improve your security posture.

• Make strong, complex passwords.For starters, long ones are always better than short ones. Make sure to include numbers, lowercase and uppercase letters, as well as symbols. The more complex it is, the harder it will be for cybercriminals to crack the code.

• Regular maintenance is key.Even if you have great passwords, it’s still a good idea to regularly check in on your account security. If you hear of a data breach, take the time to make sure your information hasn’t been compromised. Change passwords regularly—and don’t just make a small edit to the existing one. Make sure every password you create is as unique as the last.

• Use a password manager.We all know the password struggle too well. Look to a password management solution to generate secure, complex logins for your accounts and store them for you. You’ll never have to remember a password again.

• Use Multi-Factor Authentication.Anytime you can require multiple login-steps to access a device, take advantage of it. This makes a huge difference in terms of your account security. A complex password plus text message confirmation? A PIN plus a fingerprint? These are great security features, and are even stronger when paired.

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