Password Hints and Rules ------------------------ When considering a password, make sure that it complies with the following: * Must consist of at least eight characters, and contain at least: * one upper-case letter * one lower-case letter * one number * one special character or symbol. Supported special characters and symbols are ` ~ ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) - _ = + [ { ] } | \\ : ; ' " , < . > / and ? * Do not use keyboard pattern based or obvious passwords such as a birthday or your name. * Do not share your passwords with other users. * Do not write down your password or store it in an obvious place, such as on a pin-board or in a diary.