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		alternize on Aug 14, 2012 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: 1and1 ask for passwords over the phone while I agree 1&1 shouldn't ask for passwords... why not just temporarily change your password to something stupid, call support, and then change your password again?

timrogers on Aug 14, 2012 | [–]

I could (and may well) do that, but my issue is more one of principle. I could do this, but it shouldn't be necessary.

adrr on Aug 15, 2012 | [–]

Because its easier to complain about it.

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