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The Key To Successful Password Management: Training Employees

Mar 16, 2010
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ITBusinessEdge: The Key To Successful Password Management – Training Employees

SMB Tech columnist Paul Mah reviews basics of password management and suggests ways to help employees understand why they’re important.


“At IT Business Edge, we are always cognizant of how important proper training is for small and medium-sized businesses. This is especially true when it comes to inculcating proper security practices in staffers.

Passwords are typically the first line of defense against unauthorized access, and I want to highlight some pointers about password management that all employees should know. Knowing the reason why certain policies are enacted will help ensure that they are adhered to.”

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