Most computer users, whether it is for personal or business use, have multiple logins that need to be protected by using a password. If you are like me, as I suspect many people are, you probably don’t even have a clue as to what all of your passwords are. Since so many passwords now need to be a certain number of characters long, include a number (or two) and at least one special character, you may have difficulty remembering the numerous logins on a daily basis. Short of doing some fairly risky things, like keeping all of your passwords on a document in your computer, or worse, a nightmare scenario of keeping your passwords on sticky notes on your desk, what can you do? This is where a password manager comes in handy. Let’s take a closer look at the advantages and importance of a good password manager for your personal and business use.
Password managers such as 1Password, KeePass, Dashlane, or LastPass offer a pretty straightforward and simple service. These password managers store, create, and access all your nightmarishly-long passwords no matter what service you’re logging into through the use of a browser, add-ons, and apps. A password manager will take a weight off your mind, freeing up brain power for doing productive things rather than remembering a long list of passwords. The benefits of a password manager include:
- Ensuring that all of your passwords are unique and strong. No more using “password” or “qwerty” as your password. This ensures that each of your accounts is secure in case a hacker is able to access one of your accounts.
- Most password managers allow you to sync to other devices so your passwords become accessible while you are mobile.
- Password managers can generate random passwords for each of your accounts.
- Password managers make it easy to change or reset passwords. If a website you have an account with has been hacked, you can stay secure by using a built-in password generator to create a new password.
- Password managers can store not just passwords but other confidential data such as: shopping profiles, memberships, and medical prescriptions.
- If you are anxious about putting all of your passwords in one place, rest assured that these managers use heavy duty encryption and many use two-factor authentication.
Do you need assistance choosing and setting up a password manager for your company? Call M&H Consulting at 1-(866)-964-8324, or visit our website at http://www.mhconsults.com.
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