Did you know that decades separate a 12-character password from a 14-character password? Let’s assume we’re using the ASCII code as the basis from which passwords are typically selected. In this context, we usually refer to “printable characters.” A quick explanation: ASCII stands for American Standard Code for Information Interchange. It is a character code—that is, a table that assigns a code to every character (letters, numbers, …

MFA (multi-factor authentication) or 2FA (two-factor authentication) is a security procedure that requires users to log in using more than just a username and password. In short: MFA/2FA enhances account security by requiring an additional form of identity verification (e.g., SMS code, authenticator app, fingerprint) in addition to the password. Common apps include Microsoft Authenticator, Google Authenticator, and DUO Mobile. However, there are significant differences between them…