How math and language can combine to map the globe and create strong passwords, using the power of 3 random words

A mathematician explains how language can keep your online accounts safe and pinpoint your location on the planet.

Mary Lynn Reed, Professor of Mathematics, Rochester Institute of Technology • conversation
June 16, 2022 • ~6 min

How do keys open locks?

A computer security expert explains how keys work – and how they are like passwords.

Scott Craver, Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Binghamton University, State University of New York • conversation
April 25, 2022 • ~5 min

Stop blaming people for choosing bad passwords – it's time websites did more to help

It’s time to think differently about how we address the password problem.

Steven Furnell, Professor of Cyber Security, University of Nottingham • conversation
Jan. 3, 2022 • ~6 min

How vulnerable is your personal information? 4 essential reads

Data breaches have become a fact of life. Here are articles from The Conversation that detail the threat, why it happens and what you can do to protect yourself.

Eric Smalley, Science + Technology Editor • conversation
Nov. 29, 2021 • ~7 min

Most common passwords of 2021: here's what to do if yours makes the list

Creating and managing strong passwords is easier said than done. But it’s worth doing to protect your security online.

Elochukwu Ukwandu, Lecturer in Computer Security, Department of Computer Science, Cardiff Metropolitan University • conversation
Nov. 18, 2021 • ~6 min

Four ways to make sure your passwords are safe and easy to remember

Passwords have been around for decades and we’re still getting it wrong.

Steven Furnell, Professor of Cyber Security, University of Nottingham • conversation
May 5, 2021 • ~6 min

Videoconferencing keeps people connected while the coronavirus keeps them inside – but privacy and security are far from perfect

Zoom's privacy and security shortcomings are just the latest videoconferencing vulnerabilities. Knowing each platform's risks can help people avoid many of the downsides of virtual gatherings.

Elizabeth Stoycheff, Associate Professor of Communication, Wayne State University • conversation
April 10, 2020 • ~9 min

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