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Passwords - choosing yours wisely

Password should not be shared with anyone. Be careful where you record and store a password.
Never provide / send via email, your password if it is specifically requested for in an email that you receive.

Linfield CatNet Passwords MUST:

• Be at least 8 characters long
• Contain upper and lower case letters

Suggestions for creating a strong password

• Use 8 to 24 characters
• Use a mix of numbers, special characters, upper and lower case letters (not including the space, quotes, or @ symbol)
• Incorporate non-alphabetic characters in common words, e.g., “kit8chn”
• Substitute numbers for words, syllables, and letters in common words
  • e.g, “eze2cu” instead of “easy to see you”
• Use the first letters of a phrase, movie, book or song title, substituting numbers for letters,
  • e.g. “22igafwnika” instead of “Toto, I’ve got a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore”
• Do Not Use
  • Social Security Number
  • User ID Name
  • Street Address
  • Phone Number
  • Birth Date
  • Family Names
  • Identifiable words or numbers that can be tied to your identity
  • Recycled version of another password
  • Common Words that can be found in any dictionary

Checking Password Strength

• Microsoft Password Checker

I Forgot my CatNet ID/ Email Password

• Don't panic! Just go to the Password Change Request page and follow the instructions there.