Password Security
Master the fundamentals of strong passwords, password managers, and multi-factor authentication.
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Creating Strong Passwords: What Actually Works
Length vs complexity, the passphrase approach, and common mistakes that make passwords easy to crack. Learn what security experts actually recommend.
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Password Managers Explained: Why You Need One
How password managers work, why they're more secure than remembering passwords, and how to choose the right one for your needs.
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Two-Factor Authentication: Your Second Line of Defense
Different types of 2FA, step-by-step setup guides, and why backup codes are essential for account recovery.
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What to Do When Your Password Is Compromised
How to detect if your password has been exposed, immediate steps to take, and how to prevent future breaches.
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The Problem with Security Questions (And What to Do Instead)
Why security questions are often the weakest link, alternative strategies, and the fictional answers approach.
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How Password Cracking Actually Works
Understanding brute force attacks, dictionary attacks, and rainbow tables helps you understand why length matters so much.
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Single Sign-On: Convenience vs Security Trade-offs
When to use social logins, the risks and benefits of SSO, and best practices for account linking.
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