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by petemcc

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I know about standard user PW security policies such as enforcing complexity, expiration, etc. But what about actual storage of records for network admins or personal passwords (like my TechRepub pw for instance).

Obviously it's possible for an administrator to have a lot of passwords to keep track of and keep secure.

Would you use the same password at multiple sites/accounts? I know some seasoned admins that seem to use the same password over and over again, I guess because it's easierto remember. I maintain an updated floppy (in a safe place) with all my personal passwords and occasionally print a hard copy to store.

What are some other thoughts or recommendations y'all might have?

Thanks

Pete

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by beecee

Well, that depends on the resource! I have 27 domains, 27 backup servers, 27 email servers and 33 other servers on top of that. Using the same password for your backup, mail and other service type accounts is cool and, frankly, refreshing! I evenwant to change all the Admin passwords to the same. Only domain that I will not do this in is the domain that has the IMS for exchange and Internet access, which is limited to the corporate site.
It all depends on how secure you keep your network outside the realm of password policies and also the amount of people who will have the passwords.

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