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The Three Keys to a Great Password

A great password is often the only thing standing between you and identity theft. But what makes a password really secure? Turns out, there are some important guidelines to follow to keep information safe. Read on for three smart tips.1. Know the latest  security standards.The National Institute of Standards and Technology has established some new rules for setting more-secure passwords.MAKE YOUR PASSWORDS LONGER.Longer passwords are harder to decipher. Try using short phrases instead of just one word.AVOID PASSWORDS HINTS OR RESET QUESTIONS. Password hints aren’t all that effective and can actually make it easier to hack into your accounts.DON’T REPEAT THE SAME NUMBER OR LETTER.Something like “yessssss999” is much too easy for identity thieves to crack.DON’T USE COMMON IDENTIFIERS AS A PASSWORD.For example, if your name is Jane Smith and you’re setting up a Netflix account, don’t use “janesmith” or “Netflix” as your password.2.Don't use the same  password more than once. By using the same password on multiple services, you are potentially giving hackers access to every service where you're using that password. This is like having a single key that opens your house, your, car, and your bank's safety deposit box. If someone steals that key, they can access everything you own. Always create different keys, or passwords, for separate accounts.3. Make use of a  password manager. A password management tool is your greatest ally. These are  programs or apps that will create unique passwords on each of your accounts and store them all for you in a single, secure location, so you'll never lose them again. They can also sync with multiple devices and  auto-populate passwords whenever you need them, saving you a ton of time and trouble. The World Wide Web can be complicated,  but setting secure passwords doesn't have to be. With a bit of effort, you can use smart practices to help keep all your accounts safe and secure. SOURCE: The National Institute of Standards and Technology, 2019
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Special Speaker - WSU President Richard Muma! Plus a look at 529 Plans.

We will be having the WSU President, Richard D. Muma come to the office to speak about what is happening at Wichita State. We will also have a quick workshop on 529 plans - how do they work, when to have one, and why does it make sense to use them.
September 7, 2022
6:00p - 8:00p

Oktoberfest 2022

Oktoberfest is BACK! Come enjoy fall-inspired beers, German style food and some carefully selected wines. Bring a friend or coworker and please RSVP!
October 3, 2022
6:00p - 9:00p

Annual Christmas Party!

Event would be in Early December date coming soon! This is our biggest event of the year at our office. We will be catering in a delicious meal, have plenty of carefully selected wine, and so much more! All first-time guests and sponsors will receive your choice of local restaurant gift card or front row seats to a Wichita Wind Surge game (based on availability). RSVP Today!
December 1, 2022
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