Patti Croft
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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 Delete Your Social Media Accounts
If you’ve thought about going off the social media grid for a bit, there are easy ways to make it happen. We go over the steps for deleting several social media sites in this article.
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Sophos Antivirus Review 2024: Is It Worth the Premium?
Sophos antivirus’ coverage of 10 devices and excellent test ratings might make it worth the high price. Here's what to know before you buy.
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10 Risks of Giving Out Your Cell Phone Number
Have you been giving your cell number to strangers without much thought? You could be a victim of scammers if you’re not careful.
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8 of the Biggest TikTok Scams To Watch Out For
Many people started watching TikTok for dance and commentary videos. With audiences growing, scammers have found new ways to reach them.
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How to Remove Advertising from Yahoo Mail
The saying goes that there’s no such thing as a free lunch. Because it’s a free service, many people think Yahoo Mail automatically comes with those pop-up ads by default. Luckily, that doesn’t have to be the case.
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AVG Antivirus Review 2024: How Does It Rate for Security?
AVG Technologies has been available in the U.S. since 1991, but has it learned how to outpace modern threats? Read all about its antivirus features to find out.