not only interesting, but it is a security consideration [1]. Depending on hashing algorithm, it can take minutes to hash long passwords, so it's not just a RAM

not only interesting, but it is a security consideration [1]. Depending on hashing algorithm, it can take minutes to hash long passwords, so it's not just a RAM, but also a CPU issue. [1]: https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2013/09/17/too-long-passwords-can-dos-some-servers/ https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2013/09/17/too-long-password...