In our previous password security entries (Part 1, Part 2), we gave you two simple things you can do with your passwords to make sure your private information stays private:  Use separate passwords for sensitive websites such as online banking and credit cards, and use passwords that are easy for you to remember but difficult for hackers to guess.  But why is it so important to use separate passwords for each account you have?  Isn't it easier to just the same password everywhere?

The simple answer is yes, it's easier, but it also means that if a hacker ever breaks into one of your accounts, they will automatically have access to all your other accounts with no extra effort!  It's like giving them free candy--or free money if one of your accounts happens to be a credit card or bank account.

Wireless keyboards and mice can help clean up your desk by removing excess cords and cables, but sometimes office equipment can interfere with their wireless signals.  Just like a radio, these devices need to tune into a certain frequency to send and receive their signals.  If any other device is sending out signals on a similar frequency, your device may have trouble talking to your computer.  If your wireless keyboard or mouse is acting slow or unresponsive, here are a few simple things you can do to try to fix it:

In Part 1 of our password security tip, we gave you two simple things you can do with your passwords to make sure your private information stays private:  Use separate passwords for sensitive websites such as online banking and credit cards, and use passwords that are easy for you to remember but difficult for hackers to guess.  We suggested that, instead of using the password "BlueGenie", you could use "=Blue=Genie" to foil a hacker's attempts to break into your online banking account.  But why does such a simple addition to your password make it so difficult for a hacker to guess?