World Password Day: Ditching Crackable Tech Soon?

The Password Predicament There's a lot to hate about passwords. They're hard to remember, a pain to reset, and prone to cyberattacks.

From Antiquity to Modernity Passwords have been around since ancient times, but modern technology offers alternatives.

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Celebrating Security Awareness World Password Day, May 2, reminds us to ensure our logins meet security standards.

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A Shift in Authentication Passkeys, replacing passwords with cryptographic keys, offer improved security and user experience.

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Leading the Way Passkeys, supported by major tech companies, are already being used billions of times.

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Driving Innovation Google spearheads passkey adoption, expanding support across Chrome and Android platforms.

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Bridging the Gap Password managers aid in creating and storing complex passwords securely.

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Strengthening Security Long, unique passwords, coupled with 2FA, bolster account security against cyber threats.

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Towards a Secure Future Embracing advanced authentication methods and practicing vigilance can safeguard our digital lives.

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