Abstract:Randomly generated alphanumeric passwords are widely used to restrict access to computer networks but are readily forgotten, resulting in costs to both organizations and users. In order to address this, there is a need to develop and evaluate new forms of memorable passwords. Drawing on memory research and the importance of meaning, the efficacy of three alternative "password" systems having varying degrees of personal meaning were compared with the more traditional but personally meaningless randomly generate… Show more
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