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Accucom has been serving the Norwest Business Park area since 1988, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support, and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.

With Password Managers, You Only Have to Remember One Password

With Password Managers, You Only Have to Remember One Password

Password management is always a sticking point for businesses (and even individuals), but it doesn’t have to be as hard as you make it. With the increased risk of cybersecurity attacks and advanced threats, you cannot rely on one singular password as you may have once done. Instead, you need complex passwords housed in a password manager that makes remembering your passwords significantly easier.

The Problem with Passwords

Most people have several online accounts, such as social media profiles, banking websites, and so on, all of which require a password. Most people make their passwords the same over and over again, thereby making it easier to access all of their accounts since they only have to remember one credential. This is how people run into trouble, though.

Cybercriminals can exploit weak passwords through the use of brute force attacks and phishing scams, and once they access an account with one password, you bet they’ll try to compromise others with the same credentials just to try their luck at low-hanging fruit.

Utilize a Password Manager

A password manager provides your organization with a solution to generate, store, and populate complex passwords without the need to remember them. Here’s how it works.

  • Password generation: A password manager provides a means of creating strong, randomized passwords that use letters, numbers, and symbols, effectively maximizing the strength of the credentials.
  • Secure storage: Password managers use encrypted, secure vaults for storage, accessible through a master password in conjunction with other security measures.
  • Autofill functionality: A password manager can automatically populate login fields on apps and browsers, so you never have to remember the passwords yourself.
  • Syncing across multiple devices: If you work on multiple devices, a password manager makes it easy to keep credentials on them all.

The Benefits of a Password Manager

A password manager provides several great benefits for users:

  • Enhanced security: A password manager helps reduce the risk of unauthorized access through complex passwords.
  • Convenience: Autofill functionality eliminates the need to remember multiple complex passwords, saving you time and headaches.
  • Improved password hygiene: Password management tools always encourage users to implement unique passwords, which can help you reduce the risk of reuse or weak passwords.
  • Peace of mind: Implementing complex, unique passwords will ensure that your online accounts are more secure.

Don’t wait any longer; implement a password manager and other IT solutions desired for security by calling Accucom at (02) 8825-5555.

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