6. Working with Passwords
Published Online: 1 NOV 2011
DOI: 10.1002/9781118257739.ch6
Copyright © 2010 Wiley Publishing, Inc., Indianapolis, Indiana
Book Title
Mac® Security Bible
Additional Information
How to Cite
Kissell, J. (2009) Working with Passwords, in Mac® Security Bible, Wiley Publishing, Inc., Indianapolis, IN, USA. doi: 10.1002/9781118257739.ch6
Publication History
- Published Online: 1 NOV 2011
- Published Print: 21 DEC 2009
ISBN Information
Print ISBN: 9780470474198
Online ISBN: 9781118257739
- Summary
- Chapter
Keywords:
- passwords;
- Mac OS X;
- selecting appropriate;
- administrator's password;
- hardware
Summary
This chapter contains sections titled:
Understanding Passwords
The Varieties of Mac OS X Passwords
Creating Good Passwords
Using Password Assistant
Using Third-Party Password Utilities
Resetting an Administrator's Password
Using a Firmware Password
Using Smart Cards, Tokens, and Biometric Authentication Devices
Summary