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    Passwords and Security

    [Updated] Secure Random Password Generator

    Generate a secure, random password of a desired length.

    Secure Edit Control (MFC)

    Normally, you see stars (*) when you type something into an edit box that has the password flag. Unfortunately, these edit controls are not secure. By using secure edit controls, you can make your edit boxes resistant to password revealers.