How can you create strong and secure passwords?

[Andre]

A simple one, but maybe helpful for strong passwords.

So your employer wants you to change passwords every few weeks and they must be at least 6 digits, containing at least one letter, at least one digit and at least one special character like #@ etc. Moreover you could only use each pw once. After I ran out of family members I tried something else. I only needed to memorize a two digit number.

47 would get 47v$&b

86 would result in 86h*^g

34 gets 34e#$r

So which password goes with 96 and which with 67?

and why wouldn't I use 28?

 

[NileQueen]

96n(^m,67t^&y you could not use 2 because @ is not allowed.
In many situations you are restricted to using _ or $ for symbols
in which case your system does not work.

 

[Andre]

Fair enough, the basic idea is triangle patterns on the keybord.

With 4 and 7 find the key below to form a equal triangle, the v, then repeat 4,7 with shift, giving $& and then the key next to the v into the direction of the first two keys, the b. Just to make it not too obvious. Hence with 7 and 4 it would have been the c:

74v&$c

Our system used any key for password inclluding the @, but 28 can not be used because you cannot complete the triangle shape.

 

[D H]

I only needed to memorize a two digit number.

Even though your scheme might be useful in defeating the silly password filters, it is also very easy to guess by a password hacker. Your password has very low entropy.

 

[LudusRex]

I understand the importance of strong passwords in protecting sensitive information. The trick to creating a strong password is to make it complex and unpredictable. This means using a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters, as well as avoiding easily guessable patterns or personal information.

In this scenario, the suggested method of using a two-digit number to create a password is a good way to make it more complex. By adding a combination of letters and special characters to the number, you are creating a unique and strong password that would be difficult for hackers to crack.

The reason why 28 is not a good option for a password is because it only contains two digits and does not meet the requirement of at least one letter and one special character. Additionally, it is important to avoid using the same password multiple times, as this makes it easier for hackers to access multiple accounts if they are able to crack one password.

In conclusion, the trick to creating a strong password is to make it complex and unpredictable by using a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters. By following this method, you can ensure the security of your personal and professional information.