Chapter 3 Using the System Responsibly
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Table of Contents
- Choosing a Password for Your Account
- Knowing What Type of Password to Use
- Password Requirements for Different Types of Accounts
- Types of Logins and Login Classes
- Login Failures: When You Are Unable to Log In
- Changing Your Password
- Password and Account Expiration Times
- Guidelines for Protecting Your Password
- Network Security Considerations
- Auditing Access to Your Account and Files
- Logging Out Without Compromising System Security
- Checklist for Contributing to System Security
This chapter provides basic information on how to use the system securely. If you apply this knowledge consistently and accurately, while observing your site's specific security policies, you can make the difference between a secure system and one that is vulnerable to unauthorized users.