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I have been having a heck of a time remembering all my usernames and passwords. I think part of it is getting older and I do not like to write many of them down for security reasons. I have multiple web forums I belong to. I have two personal websites I take care of. I am a Network Engineer, so there are a ton of work related websites with passwords and a bunch of username passwords to access all the systems I work on. I found this product: http://www.webis.net/products_info.p...=wallet&dir=wm to securely keep track of them all. There is a Pocket PC version (PDA) and/or a desktop version. I have both and that keeps both my home and work PC in sync. I also have the website URLs, usernames and passwords available anytime I need them on my PDA. I am not sure how many people need this, but it has saved me more than once. Just make sure you do not forget them password to your wallet or you are toast. It is encrypted so well it can not be recovered if you forget the password.

[mjlaupp]

I use Splash Wallet on my Keocera 7135 (Palm OS) PDA-Phone:
http://www.splashdata.com/splashwallet/index.htm
Mike

p.s. Got to start looking for a replacement phone. The 7135 is being sold on a "while supplies last" basis. Outdated Again!

[commodor47]

And I thought the number of ID's and passwords in my realm was numerous!

What I've been able to do (to manage the ID's and passwords) is to key them into a Word document. I keep the file on a CF (Compact Flash) card which is always stored separately from my PC or notebook. Using a CF card reader, I can easily access the file to update and/or make changes. The file is never stored on my PC or notebook, as a security precaution. Another advantage is the portability of the CF card. When visiting family or friends I can carry the CF card in my pocket and have quick (and easy) access to all my account information.

Are you talking about a Compact Flash card as that in my Pentax camera? My frustration lately is readers and laptops aren't making slots for them, too big. I don't want to get a new reader, but I'm sure holding on to the one I have. Love the camera. Outdated again. sigh

[commodor47]

The CF card reader I referred to is the one used with the CF card that came with my Canon power shot and connects via any USB port. You can use a USB cable if your port(s) are not readily accessible. The CF card is similar to a portable storage device in that you can use it store date as well as digital pictures. You can also bypass any proprietary camera software and download pictures directly onto your PC hard drive.

Here is a link to CF card reader I am using:

http://att.shopping.com/xFS?FD=0&KW=zio+cf+reader

Some of the devices listed are not very portable. If you look closely, some are designed to sit next to your monitor and require a USB cable to make the connection. I have a device similar to the DM-23100 which plugs directly into the USB port. You may be able to find it at a better price or on sale by checking other outlets. I usually bring along the software CD that came with the device (with Windows XP you don't any software -plug and play should recognize the CF device) and a USB cable in case the USB port(s) on the PC/notebook I am using is not easily accessible.

[rpcoombs]

Why not just use a USB "Stick/Pencil" flash drive you can attach to you key ring and insert directly into your computers USB port when required. No cord needed, plenty of storage and its always with you (if you don't lose your key!)?

I have a lot to learn. We just got a laptop to use on trips. My hubby's camera has xD, I have the old compact flash. He can connect in a 5-1 slot. I will hope my SanDisk reader, with cord, works in a USB port. Everything we have, home and away is XP.
I saved the site, and thanks for the detailed answer, again.

Memory cards or USB drives are a huge risk. Many companies are running into problems with these complying with Sarbanes/Oxley, because some genius copies confidential data to them. Some people think they can use the encryption in Word or Excel. There are password cracks available for them. If you are going to store usernames and password, either use a program like I use or find a utility that encrypts the file or directory. You want one that uses DES, 3DES, AES or some other strong encryption.

We just got a laptop to use on trips.
You can get an adapter to plug your Compact Flash card directly into your PCMCIA slot on the laptop and then you can read and write directly to it as if it were a hard drive. I think my adapter was about $10 at CompUSA.