Patti Croft
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Patti Croft, a seasoned technology writer with over 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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McAfee Antivirus 2025: Does the Longtime Antivirus Still Offer What You Need?
McAfee has been around for a long time and is one of the most well-known antivirus programs available. Does it still offer trustworthy virus protection?
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Learn How to Encrypt Your Emails
Do you want to protect your outgoing emails to ensure better privacy? Learn how to encrypt your emails and keep your data safe.
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How Does Antivirus Software Help Protect Your Private Data?
Antivirus software gets sold to protect your online security, but how it works may surprise you.
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How to Download Files Safely from the Internet
At some point, you’ll need to download files for any number of reasons. Here’s how to know if a download is safe or not.
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What Is Malware and What Does It Do?
Most people have heard of viruses and malware, but may not know what malware programs can do. Here’s what you should know about the different kinds of malware and how it works.
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What Is a Computer Virus and Should You Worry About It in 2025?
As technology gets more sophisticated, you may think a computer virus is a thing of the past, but they may be more worrisome today than ever before.