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== Best practices for key pairs == <!--T:30--> | == Best practices for key pairs == <!--T:30--> | ||
* Keys should be unique to a given user account. They should not be used by multiple people. | * Keys should be unique to a given user account. They should not be used by multiple people. | ||
* If you have to use a shared computer, store the private key in a secure storage area, that is not accessible by other users of the shared computer. | * If you have to use a shared computer, store the private key in a secure storage area, that is not accessible by other users of the shared computer. If such secure storage area is not available, use an external storage such as a USB key. | ||
* Always encrypt your private key with a passphrase. We recommend 15 characters or more for the passphrase. | * Always encrypt your private key with a passphrase. We recommend 15 characters or more for the passphrase. | ||
* Do not share your private key. | * Do not share your private key. | ||