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Seven tips for crafting a strong passphrase

Why a passphrase is better than a password A passphrase is a longer sequence of words — often four or more — used to secure accounts. Compared to traditional passwords, passphrases offer better security due to their length and unpredictability. Yet they’re easier to remember. 

UK ITS powers second year of the Student Tech Checklist during annual Tech Takeover event

Designed by University of Kentucky Information Technology Services (UK ITS), 2025 marked the second year students received a Tech Checklist handout just before picking up their new iPads.

UK ITS completes migration to new data integration system, enhancing electronic health record communication

Health Connect now handles the data traffic in and out of Epic, UK HealthCare’s EHR. The platform ensures that lab results, radiology images, registration updates and other patient data move swiftly and securely to the right places.

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