Wawasan Open University Open Distance Learning in Malaysia


	How to choose a good password

	Passwords must satisfy a certain set of rules for them to be successfully set. The tips below will help you choose a suitable password to help maintain the security and integrity of Wawasan Open's computer systems and your data.

	Passwords must be at least 8 characters in length, and no more than 12 contain at least one letter, and one number not be, nor contain an English word not include simple strings of letters or numbers


	Things not to use for a password

	Your ID number, phone number, or any other code numbers you may already use (eg: your bank PIN). If someone finds out your password, they will have access to these other things, too; Birth dates of yourself, partners, family or friends - These are too easily guessed by people who know you; A (English) dictionary word; Words in another language can make good passwords that are harder to guess, and easier for you to remember; A similar password to your username; Apart from being easy to guess, you may end up confusing them, and will then have to call ITS for assistance; Old passwords.

	Note: If you try to change your password to one that contains a dictionary word or sequence of numbers, it may be rejected.

	Should you require assistance, please contact ITS.