From the course: Time Management Tips

Productive passwords

From the course: Time Management Tips

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Productive passwords

- Passwords can be a challenge to productivity. Productivity and security are often at odds with each other. The more secure things become, the longer they take to complete. The easier we make things, and the less secure they are. So where's the balance? First, I want to say that my tips are coming from the productivity perspective, and what I offer you may be at odds with what your IT department wants of you. You'll need to use your best judgment when using these basic tips. First, when possible use passwords that are complex phrases of words strung together. Not only are these easier to remember, but they are often more secure because they are longer and unusual. Aim for passwords that are around 16 characters or more. Some sites will require special characters and numbers so just do the best you can with this. Next, make sure that you use different passwords for each website you access. Sometimes people get in the habit of using one password for every site. This is a major security concern, as the moment one of those sites is compromised, all your websites are. And if that happens, your longterm productivity will be severely hindered. So, always mix those passwords up. Finally, if you must share passwords with others, use a secure password sharing service, such as Passpack. There are a variety of options available. So do a quick search online for password sharing service to find an option that works best for you. These services make it easy to securely share passwords with team members, as well as revoke access when needed. These tips are just the starting point. The main message is have a plan for password productivity and use that plan consistently.

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