Do not use common words or phrases. Do not use a password that someone might associate with you. Someone could easily guess your password if you choose the names of children, grandchildren, spouses, and pets. Other items to avoid when selecting a password include phone numbers, social security numbers, addresses, initials, and birth dates. Use at least one number in your password.
Hackers often use on-line dictionaries.
Play it safe Do not share your password with others. Do not put your password in writing. The VMS user password is used to connect to nodes of the VMS cluster - generally Maple or Oak. By mapping a network drive to your user directory, you can easily transfer files between your PC and the VMS environment. Characteristics Must be at least 6 characters in length, up to a maximum of 32 characters Characters can be numbers or letters Case-insensitive Expiration period 6 months Usage To access the VMS system.