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Tip of the Month: Remember to Change Your Passwords

Here's a cyber-security recommendation. Keeping your computer password secure protects not only your computer and data, but also the Lab's computer and network systems. It's a good idea to change your password at least once every six months, and some Lab systems require users to do so.

Also, if you've logged into a Lab system over a wide area network (WAN) from a remote location and used your Lab password, you should adapt a new password. The reason? Hackers regularly "sniff" networks looking for passwords, which can then be used to gain access to systems.

For suggestions on creating a new password, click here.

You can call the computer support Help Desk at X4357 for assistance with changing or protecting your password.