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Re: [PLUG] pgp/gpg pass phrase length
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On Sat, 17 Feb 2001, Jeff Abrahamson wrote:
> Does anyone know what's considered a good length for a pass phrase on
> a pgp/gpg key? I know longer is better, but I'd like to have a better
> feel for how long is long enough.
mine is over 16 characters, but like any password or passphrase make sure
there are "good" characters in it. also change it regularly and protect
your secret key...same stuff you would do with any password.
- -dwild
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