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Default Generate random password

Hi,

I would like to set up a macro/worksheet function that creates random
alphanumeric passwords for users of a database.
To hep me achieve this I have set up the following.
Starting at ColA2 I have a list of forenames and in ColB2 I have a list
of surnames. There are currently 120 users in my list. Would it be
possible to run a macro which picks up the first 2 initials of the
forename and surname and then for it to produce a random 4 digit pin
number and place the completed result as a password starting in ColC2.
For example, Mickey Mouse would become mimo1977.

The only drawback with the method is the simple logic that I am using.
Would it be possible to 'mix up' the initials so Mickey Mouse would
look like omni1977.

Maybe there is an easier way to do this without macros using worksheet
functions - I would welcome alternative solutions.

Grateful for a response

Many thanks

Tony

 
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