As many others have posted, the problem with 'secure' passwords is often that users will start noting them down and keeping them on their screen or in the drawers of their desk.
I have had good results with instructing 'reluctant' users to select an item in the room (or something on a picture on the wall next to the desk) as their password hint. An elderly secretary very uncomfortable with their computer and very forgetful when it came to passwords finally did well when I recommended her to use the name of a bird on a poster (in German). I think this is still a lot better than either a random password noted on a Post-It or the name of your late pet or 'secret' lover.
But, of course, this is totally insecure in a high security environment. So, eventually, we have to conclude that there is a strong relation between security requirements and user capabilities (and enthusiasm/reluctance). It is a 'social engineering' matter after all, isn't it?
Kind regards
zapyon
If I'm you're fan, I probably don't know you, but I read a post of yours that seemed good enough that I wanted to see your next posts.
Someone posted the idea in their sig, I thought it was a good idea although I can't remember who it was.
After 2 weeks of using this strategy, I have started noticing some patterns. My "friends" continue to post interesting comments- it wasn't just a fluke. Their friends generally post interesting comments too, thought that's more hit-and-miss.
I found the following post of interest: Attacking the Spammer Business Model
Finally, that meme is getting out.
Since since I find there's a huge number of trolls around here, and few insightful AND original people, I decided I would add the author of that thread to my list of friends (I can't figure out how to just list myself as a fan... friend might be a bit presumptuous).
All I ask is a chance to prove that money can't make me happy.