What makes a password strong?

Length and a mix of characters.

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  2. Length and a mix of characters ✔
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Why: Longer passwords with mixed characters are harder for attackers to guess or crack.

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A strong password is a long, twisty maze.
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References

Answer: Length and a mix of characters. Longer passwords with mixed characters are harder for attackers to guess or crack.

  1. Scouting America: Cybersecurity www.scouting.org/merit-badges/cybersecurity
    Describe what makes a good password and why
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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