I've gathered a large number of passwords for websites, files and software. Keeping a record of these and then finding the right one for each use is becoming a problem.

My question is... if I use a password manager, which one is simple and easy to use, yet is secure? Any help will be appreciated.

Another question that nags away in the back of my brain is - what happens if the programme crashes or corrupts. If you need to reinstall the programme is it possible to be locked out of the files, software and websites covered by the password manager? I'm sure this type of software must (surely!?) cover this type of event, but I don't want to find out too late that they don't!

I'd value your thoughts on this matter. Thanks.