Why do we have passwords?

Why do we have passwords?

Passwords provide the first line of defense against unauthorized access to your computer and personal information. The stronger your password, the more protected your computer will be from hackers and malicious software. You should maintain strong passwords for all accounts on your computer.

Do you really need a strong password?

A strong password provides essential protection from financial fraud and identity theft. One of the most common ways that hackers break into computers is by guessing passwords. Simple and commonly used passwords enable intruders to easily gain access and control of a computing device.

What makes a good password?

What Makes a Password Strong? The key aspects of a strong password are length (the longer the better); a mix of letters (upper and lower case), numbers, and symbols, no ties to your personal information, and no dictionary words.

Why you should have a password on your phone?

In the case of the theft of your device, it will be better for you if there is a security lock on your device. This is because it gives you some time to inform your bank and other relevant institutions about the theft, before the thief is able to use personal data obtained from your device(s) against you.

Do I really need a password lock on my phone?

It is not necessary. Nobody will force you to set a password on your phone. However, if you are using the phone, without a password anybody could access all the files and accounts you have connected on your phone. For example, most mobile apps require account login when you first connect to these apps.

What is lock screen password?

You can set up a screen lock to help secure your Android phone or tablet. Each time you turn on your device or wake up the screen, you’ll be asked to unlock your device, usually with a PIN, pattern, or password. On some devices, you can unlock with your fingerprint.

How do I turn off screen lock password?

Start the Settings app on your Android device.

1. Tap “Lock Screen.” Depending on which version of Android or what device you’re using, you’ll find it in a slightly different place.
2. Tap “Screen lock type” (or, in some cases, just “Screen lock”).
3. Tap “None” to disable all the security on your phone’s lock screen.

How do I lock my iPhone immediately?

To lock the iPhone immediately, press the Sleep/Wake button. To unlock it, press the Sleep/Wake button again. Or, press the Home button on the front of the screen. Either way, the on-screen slider appears, but your iPhone doesn’t actually awaken until you drag the slider to the right with your finger.