",content:"Here are the 10 worst passwords of 2017 | Not even Avast can see the password you create |
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You should also avoid common words and phrases to prevent a dictionary attack | An ordinary desktop computer can test over a hundred million passwords per second — and this number climbs to billions of passwords per second if the computer is using GPU-based cracking tools |
All passwords you create with the Avast Password Generator are generated locally, on your computer | Use Avast BreachGuard to check your online accounts for leaked passwords, weak or reused credentials, and to easily manage your accounts' privacy settings all in one place |
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For the best password security, you need a long, complex password composed of a random string of characters | Hackers can easily crack variations of passwords like this |
Using the same password across multiple accounts is a huge no-no.
13Password length and complexity are essential | Mix letters, numbers and symbols for the ultimate in security |
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And no, simply adding an exclamation mark or other character to the end of a password does not make it unique or strong |
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