By Jessica Razza-Lindsey
You would think creating
a password is a simple task, but creating one that you'll be able to remember, now
that can be tricky. Here are some tips to creating a memorable and safe
password.
1. One word: You don't want to
have to remember several words, try sticking to one word that is easy for you
to remember and then make it more secure by using the tips below.
2. A number: A good password has
a number in it somewhere. You should not use a number that is important to you
that your close friends can guess. (i.e., number on your sports jersey, birth
year, house number, etc.). If you're creative, you can use numbers instead of
letters, like a 1 for an L or a 0 for an O.
3.
A capital: The easiest way to remember where you put the capital is
to put it where it would normally be; the beginning of a word. To keep your
password even more secure, capitalize a random letter in your password.
4. A symbol: Sometimes you are required to use a symbol. The symbols are ~
! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) _ - + = { } [ ] \ | : ; " ' < > , . ? /. You
could use the @ to replace an a or the $ to replace an s.
Remembering your password:
·
Write it down. If you have bad memory, or tend to
forget passwords, write it down and keep it somewhere only you go, like your
sock drawer.
·
Create a hint. Some sites will let you write down a
hint if you forget your password. (ex. hint: Spanish class. password:
Failing45).
·
Keep a list. Keep a list of websites and passwords. This can be easily
kept on your cellphone, or you can write it down on a piece of paper. Disguise
the document by making the document title something like “English Paper”. Make sure you update the list whenever you
change your password.
