![A string of random characters typically has higher entropy compared to a few common words due to the vast number of possible combinations. For example, a 10-character lowercase password has roughly the same entropy as a 4-word passphrase picked from a 5000-word dictionary [5].](https://passwordclinic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/automation-section-3-150x150.webp "Crafting Unforgettable Passwords: A Guide for Developers")
Stop being a password dinosaur: How a password manager can save your digital life!
As I sat at my desk, staring at the screen in front of me, I couldn’t help but feel like a password dinosaur. My passwords were all variations of the same word, and I had been using them for years. It was time for a change, and luckily, my manager was here to save my digital life.