The creation of the first computer password is generally attributed to an MIT professor back in 1961, but the use of words or phrases as a means of access dates back much further in history. Ancient Roman soldiers guarding city gates at night are said to have used “watchwords” to challenge fellow soldiers approaching at night who wanted to enter the city. If they didn’t know the current watchword, the gates remained closed until morning.
Using passwords to restrict access makes sense in many cases. However, Roman soldiers and MIT scholars in the 1960s likely did not need to memorize more than…
Using passwords to restrict access makes sense in many cases. However, Roman soldiers and MIT scholars in the 1960s likely did not need to memorize more than…
