Another week of passwords - 15 Feb 2007

  • BBC News - Keeping secrets from web spies
    In fact, with the average number of passwords estimated to be around 20 per person, and that number growing at 20% each year, it is no wonder that many of us cannot keep track of the one we might need.

  • ComputerWorld - Quantum computer to debut next week
    It has been predicted that quantum computing will easily crack any current cryptography scheme and passwords by providing an unlimited amount of simultaneous processing resources.

  • Daniel Miessler - Implementing A Secure And Usable Internet Password Scheme
    A system that can increase both security and usability when working with multiple accounts online.

  • Credit Score Tips & Advice - 8 Things You Must Do If Your Identity Is Stolen
    Identity theft doesn’t have to ruin your life or your credit. By staying calm, getting organized, and taking these crucial steps, you can bounce back from this stressful situation and stop thieves dead in their tracks.

  • DownloadSquad - FaceCode: Use your face as your password
    FaceCode is a program that uses the webcam on your computer to make sure it’s really you that is trying to log on and can keep other people out of your PC even if they know your username and password.

  • Blog.Forret.com - You give out your passwords every day
    How does your password reach the server? Encrypted? Not often! In several cases, the password was sent to the server in clear text, i.e. readable and copy-able.

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