Passwords

How do I remember passwords?

• Think of something relevant to you that you will remember
• Keep it simple while adhering to the rules

Should I give my password to anyone?

No, you should never give your password to anyone!

If I think that someone is using my USER ID and password… what do I do?

Change your password immediately

Tip on password creation

Random combinations of letters and numbers can be difficult to remember. To simplify this, you may wish to use a memorable word and replace key letters with numbers to meet the password complexity requirements; e.g. reMem63r, chAr4cter5, a5tron0My etc.

Protecting your passwords

To ensure security, passwords must be used carefully. The following will help protect your passwords:

• Never write down your password
• Never share passwords with anyone
• Never use your Windows logon password for another purpose
• Change your Windows password every 60 to 90 days
• Change your password immediately if you think it has been compromised
• You should also be careful about where you save your password on your computer. Some dialog boxes, such as those for remote access and other telephone connections, present an option to save or remember your password. Do not select that option.