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Password Advice for the Rest of Us

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Password Advice for the Rest of Us

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM). All month long we’ll be presenting tips and tricks, as well as advice on a number of security topics, with the aim of helping inform and educate the public. We’ll start with some bad news some of you might not know, passwords are a problem and it’s hard to make a good one. This leaves many people vulnerable and exposed. So then, what is it exactly that makes a…

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Is Google Password Manager Safe to Use in 2024?

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Is Google Password Manager Safe to Use in 2024?

Google Password Manager’s fast facts Pricing: Free for all Google users.Key features: Password generator. Password autofill. Password checkup and alerts. Password import and export. On-device encryption. Image: Google If you find yourself mostly in the Google ecosystem for your day-to-day online activities, you may have wondered if the free Google Password Manager is safe enough as your sole password manager in 2024. While Google Password Manager aims to simplify password management by offering some vital…

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NordPass Review (2024): Is it a Safe Password Manager?

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NordPass Review (2024): Is it a Safe Password Manager?

NordPass fast facts Our rating: 4.6 stars out of 5Pricing: Starts at $1.89 per monthKey features Modern XChaCha20 encryption. Flexible subscription options. Easy-to-use applications. From the creators of the popular NordVPN, NordPass has big shoes to fill as Nord Security’s password manager solution. Fortunately, NordPass more than exceeds these expectations with its zero-knowledge password vault, strong encryption, and user-friendly interface. While its free version is a bit limited, NordPass’ premium offering is one of the…

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Is Apple's iCloud Keychain Secure to Use in 2024?

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Is Apple's iCloud Keychain Secure to Use in 2024?

Apple iCloud Keychain’s fast facts Pricing: Free for all Apple usersKey features: Passkeys. Two-factor authentication. AES-256-GCM encryption. Password breach monitor. If you have an Apple device or are using an iPhone like I do, you may wonder if Apple’s iCloud Keychain is safe enough to be your password manager. While iCloud Keychain allows you to autofill information — such as your Safari and app usernames, passwords and passkeys, credit card information and security codes, and…

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The Top 5 1Password Alternatives for 2024

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The Top 5 1Password Alternatives for 2024

While 1Password is a quality password manager, there’s a variety of reasons why it may not be the best for you. You may have had an unpleasant previous experience with the service or your business may be interested in trying a different provider. SEE: Are Password Managers Safe to Use? (TechRepublic) Whatever the reason, we fortunately have a handful of alternative password managers that you can choose from instead. In this article, we take a…

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Bitwarden vs Dashlane (2024): Which Password Manager Is Best?

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Bitwarden vs Dashlane (2024): Which Password Manager Is Best?

Bitwarden and Dashlane are two of the most popular password managers available today. Despite being similarly popular, the two providers reached their success by offering distinct and unique password management solutions. SEE: Bitwarden vs 1Password (2024): Password Manager Comparison (TechRepublic) Bitwarden’s open-source software and wide platform support are perfect for more advanced users. On the other hand, Dashlane’s polished user interface makes it an appealing choice for less tech-savvy users. In this article, we explore…

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Are Password Managers Safe to Use? (Benefits, Risks & Best Practices)

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Are Password Managers Safe to Use? (Benefits, Risks & Best Practices)

Yes. Password managers are a safer way to manage and secure passwords than any other approach. They may not be perfect, but what are the alternatives—posting notes on computer screens, keeping a file of passwords saved on your desktop, using the same two or three passwords over and over with variations or sticking to default passwords like “admin” or “1234”? SEE: Keeper Password Manager Review: Features, Pros & Cons (TechRepublic) Hackers love those who use…

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4 Best Open Source Password Managers for Teams in 2024

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4 Best Open Source Password Managers for Teams in 2024

Password managers have developed into important tools for businesses to keep all their passwords secure. They store company credentials in encrypted vaults, allow for easier sharing within teams and can be accessed via multiple devices. While the benefits of password managers are undeniable, many options available are proprietary. Proprietary software refers to applications that have code designed and owned by a specific company. Under this setup, the code isn’t modifiable and can only be accessed…

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6 Best Open Source Password Managers for Mac in 2024

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6 Best Open Source Password Managers for Mac in 2024

Best overal: MacPass Best for multiplatform support: Bitwarden Best for tech-savvy Mac users: gopass Best for Unix users: QtPass Best open source offline password manager: KeePassX Best for team-level password management: Passbolt Maintaining strong, unique passwords for every online account is essential for Mac users seeking to enhance their digital security and privacy. While proprietary password managers offer convenience, open source alternatives provide transparency by allowing public scrutiny of their code, ensuring trustworthiness and strong…

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