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passphrase

Similar to a password it a collection of words made up of any number of characters and also contains blank spaces. Passphrases are commonly used for authentication in security programs and cryptographic systems. A passphrase is also used to authenticate both sides of a connection when pairing Bluetooth devices.

 

 

 



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