A new data breach has the internet world sitting up and paying attention. It is estimated that over 2 billion email addresses and passwords have been compromised. If you use the same credentials, email/password on multiple sites you should consider changing your password. It is recommended that you use at least 12 characters in a password, see this link about password security. https://www.berylliuminfosec.com/unique-passwords-matter-here-is-why/
There are password keeper programs available but realize those can be hacked as well.
Another way of securing your information is using multi-factor authentication. Google, Yahoo, and Microsoft provide this service. I use this security feature on admin accounts for client Office 365 accounts.
There is a free website that allows you to check if any of your emails have been compromised. I have written about this site in the past, and if you have not checked, please do so today. It is HaveIbeenPwned.com. Type in your email address and if it is on the list, change your passwords.
To read more, click on the following link;
http://www.fox9.com/news/2-billion-logins-affected-in-possible-record-breaking-data-breach
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