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World Password Day: 7th May 2026

Summary

Soundings contributor Lindsay brings us the history of World Password Day, which is marked on the 7th of May this year. We hear all sorts of facts about passwords, both spoken and electronic, as well as some of the challenges that visually impaired people face with screen reliant prompts for passwords.

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Passwords are an essential part of life these days – learn about their history and how they can work for VI people

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    Lindsay is a physically disabled person and previous Assistance Dog owner. In the past she was involved as an actor and scriptwriter with a local Amateur Dramatics Society and during Lockdown became a topical piece contributor for a parish newsletter. All creative avenues are explored, particularly art based as initially a trained Graphic Designer and now a keen hobbyist party game, boardgame developer. Lindsay also undertakes diverse online charity work as both a Volunteer Humanitarian Mapper and an Audio Content Contributor.

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