Passwords plus protect online access in two factor systems
Banks and tech firms push two factor authentication as passwords prove weak. Marie Jubran relies on her Swedish national ID and a one time code card, while others fear reuse of the same password. Two factor devices from Vasco and RSA aim to secure login against phishing and keystroke theft.
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Marie Jubran
Jubran
Nordea PLC
Scandinavia
Joseph Auick
Identix Inc
Minnesota
Stevan Hoffacker
Amazon.com
New York Times
Jochem Einst
Vasco Data Security International Inc
United States
Stockholm
Sweden
How to create secure passwords tips and guidance
This piece offers practical steps for strong password creation and protection. It advises against common guesses, using varied character types, and longer lengths for sensitive sites. It suggests memorably random phrases transformed into complex strings, securing paper records, encryption, avoiding reuse, and regular changes.
Federal student loan rates drop to historic lows for many borrowers
Rates on federally guaranteed student loans fall July 1 with Stafford loans at 3.37 percent and PLUS at 4.17 percent. For those still in school or in grace, rates dip to 2.77 percent. Consolidation offers fixed rates near 3.375 percent, extending repayment up to 30 years. Borrowers are urged to consolidate during the grace period to maximize savings and note consolidation rules may change if new legislation passes.
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U.S. Department of Education
Mark Brenner
College Loan Corporation
Brenner
Congress
Federal Direct
Web sites to help choosing a more fuel efficient car
A list of consumer sites to compare makes and models, estimate prices, and study monthly payments. AutoTrader Cars Cars Quotes Edmunds NADAguides offer tools for researching new and used cars to find better miles per gallon and cost estimates.
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Carquotes.com
Edmunds
Edmunds.com
Nadaguides.com
Automotive Research Center
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American Bankers Assn
Gartner
Avivah Litan
the Color of Money
Michelle Singletary
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Knight Ridder Newspapers
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