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    The Role of Passwords in Digital Security

                     A password is a secret code made of letters, numbers or symbols that only you
                     (and your parents) should know. It helps you lock your digital door so no one can
                     misuse your accounts or data. Passwords are used everywhere, such as to unlock a

                     phone, check email, play games or join online classrooms.
                     Some reasons why passwords are important for digital security are:

                         Protection of personal information: Passwords  keep  private  data  such  as
                         messages, photos and account details safe from others.

                         Access control: A password acts as a lock that

                         stops strangers from entering your accounts or
                         devices.
                         Defence  against  hackers: Strong passwords

                         make it harder for hackers to guess or break into
                         your accounts.

                         Security for online activities: Passwords protect
                         online  banking,  shopping  and  communication
                         services from misuse.

                         Prevention  of identity  misuse: A secure
                         password helps stop others from pretending to

                         be you online.
                         Protection of linked devices: A strong password prevents unauthorised access

                         to devices connected through apps or cloud services.
                         Maintaining privacy in shared spaces: Passwords keep accounts safe when

                         using shared or public devices.

                                                                                                21 st
                                                                                               Century   #Media Literacy
                                                                                                Skills
                                Scan the QR code or watch the following video on Why Is It Important to Create
                                Strong Passwords? at: https://youtu.be/YitHISP0Isk?si=z51XfBq4jAcBVenP
                                Answer the following questions:

                                    What should a good password include?

                                    How does a password manager help you?

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