Three main password 'genres'
'Family oriented' people use their own name or nickname, the name of a child, partner, or pet, or a birth date as their password. They tend to be occasional computer users and have strong family ties. They choose passwords that symbolize people or events with emotional value.
'Fans' use the names of athletes, singers, movie stars, fictional characters, or sport teams. Fans are young and want to ally themselves with the lifestyle represented by a celebrity.
'Cryptics' pick unintelligible passwords or a random string of letters, numerals, and symbols such as 'Jxa+157'. Cryptics are the most security-conscious group. They tend to make the safest but least interesting choices.
Passwords are revealing for two reasons. First, because they are invented on the spot. Since you are focused on getting into a system, for example your email account, you're likely to write down something that comes quickly to mind. In this sense passwords tap into things that are just below the surface of consciousness. Also, to remember your password, you pick something that will stick in your mind. You may unconsciously choose something of particular emotional significance.
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