Originally posted here by thehorse13
I keep seeing a theme in AO threads by new(er) members. The trend is that most people believe that password cracking is a rampant problem (and must be defended against at all costs), when in reality, it is not. There are soooo many easier ways to compromise and steal these days. Who needs to crack passwords?
I agree TH13.

There are many techs (myself included) who are paranoid about their personal systems security... and while it may not be needed at this minor level, I think its a healthy thing to desire the most secure personal configuration... Its about developing good habits.

EG: A dentist didn't brush his own teeth... would you listen to him when he told you to brush? Would you even really want him working on your teeth?

Al