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Lunch Bytes: 01


I'd like to commit to a segment during the lunch hour that is short enough to make it easily digestible. You already know that I'm locked (or is it flavor sealed) into this food/kitchen/cooking theme. So, welcome to Lunch Bytes.  Let's start the first piece on a topic that intersects with the course. With all of the site accounts that we're signing up for, I'm sure you're thinking about password management. What's the best way to keep track of all those passwords? There are two schools of thought that I'll briefly bring up.

Low tech
A simple, dedicated notebook to write down your passwords should work. This is almost an immediate go-to as passwords tend to evolve from post-it to a secret notebook early on.
  • Pro: Cheapest and easy to use. 
  • Con: Not available via the Web.
High tech
For some time now, companies have been hoping your short term memory issues and disdain for writing implements have prepared you for their online solution. Yes, keeping your passwords protected online is recommended as well. Here are some known services: Zoho Vault, Sticky Password, Dashlane, and Keeper.
  • Pro: Access your passwords from anywhere. 
  • Con: Paid service. I'm not sure that I would trust a free service.
If you're using a free service and it's turned out to be reliable, sans any issues, please let me know. So, how do you keep track of all those passwords?

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  1. innovative design coJuly 7, 2017 at 6:27 AM

    I'm the worst about keeping track of passwords. I usually have three that I rotate through. It's certainly not the best, but it's easy for me to remember.

    Also LOVE the Lunch Bytes concept! Sometimes a quick blog post is better to read than a longer one. I know when I need brain breaks I look for post about the size of yours... long enough to get a point across but also short enough not to overload the brain.

    I'll be looking forward to the next edition!

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    1. _migsy_July 7, 2017 at 11:12 AM

      Awesome, and thanks for the encouragement! I hope that I can provide some useful info.

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