Patti Croft
Patti Croft, a seasoned technology writer with three years of experience, holds an M.B.A. and a B.S. in Computer Science. Drawing from her background as a technical analyst and security specialist, she covers a range of topics including data security, parental control software, antivirus solutions, and more.
Patti stays on top of the latest cybersecurity trends and tests new data protection methods to help her readers choose the best products. She's skilled at finding new ways to protect data and solving IT cybersecurity issues. Patti also enjoys exploring new applications and simplifying complex technology topics for her audience.
In her spare time, she is an avid reader and researcher and loves spending time with her pets. She currently shares an office with her cat, Beau.
- Antivirus
- Online Privacy
- Identity Theft
- M.B.A. and a B.S. in Computer Science from Troy University
- Mac or PC: Mac
- Android or iOS: iPhone
Patti's Latest Articles
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How To Stop Alexa and Other Assistants from Listening
If you look around your home or office, you most likely have a smart device within reach. If you have privacy concerns about your electronic devices, we’ll show you how to put a stop to those gadgets listening in.
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How To Stop Facebook From Tracking You [2024 Guide]
If you use Facebook, your activity is getting tracked. We’ll show you how to stop the site from keeping up with you.
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What Is the WebHelper Virus? (And How To Get Rid of It)
The WebHelper virus is malware that spreads through downloads, email attachments, and bad links. Need to remove the WebHelper virus? Here's how.
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7 Airbnb Scams To Watch Out For
Can you get scammed on Airbnb? Our guide will discuss seven Airbnb scams and how you can avoid them.
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How To Uninstall Discord Malware in 2024 (Guide)
Discord is a social platform where users can send messages and make calls. Unfortunately, bad actors love attacking popular apps. Here’s what you need to do if you get a Discord virus.
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Amazon Brushing Scams: How That Unordered Package Got to You
Got a package from Amazon that you didn’t order? It could be part of an Amazon brushing scam. Here’s what you need to know.