Tips for hacker-proofing your passwords

Mysterious groups like LulzSec and Anonymous have dominated the news recently by breaking into thousands of Internet accounts and, in some cases, publishing lists of email addresses and passwords. This article in the Los Angeles Times lists some tips for making your passwords less "crackable." They include: Avoid using words and personal details, don't use the same password on multiple sites, and be careful about using public wi-fi networks.

June 30, 2011

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