NIST provides explicit guidelines that companies can require for password strength. What does NIST recommend for password construction?
A) Combine multiple common words in a password.
B) Reuse previous passwords so you remember them.
C) Avoid dictionary words.
D) Use your name as the password.

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NIST recommends avoiding dictionary words in password construction because they are easily guessed by attackers.

NIST Provides Explicit Guidelines That Companies Can Require for Password