Password - GCSE Computer Science Definition
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A password is a secret combination of letters, numbers, and symbols that you create to secure your accounts and information on computers and online. It acts like a key, allowing only those who know it to access certain digital resources, like your email, social media, or school portals. It is important to make passwords strong and difficult for others to guess to keep your information safe from unauthorised users. Remember to choose a password that is hard for others to figure out but easy for you to remember, and avoid using common words or easily found personal details like your name or birthday.
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