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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Bitdefender vs. Kaspersky 2025: Bitdefender Offers Better Security
We’ll help you decide between Bitdefender, with its reliable security solutions, and Kaspersky, with its extra features like data reporting and an on-screen keyboard.
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What is Juice Jacking and How to Avoid It On Your Next Trip
Planning a much needed escape? If you’re using your cell phone or other devices, you might want to avoid those free charging stations.
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CleanMyMac Review 2025: Make Your Mac Like New
CleanMyMac promises to make your Mac as good as new. Does it live up to the promise? We ran it through our tests to find out.
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Bitdefender vs. Avast 2025: Is Bitdefender a More Comprehensive Antivirus Solution?
Both Bitdefender and Avast offer highly rated antivirus protection at reasonable prices, but which is better? Here's our firsthand experience testing out their features.
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The Best Antivirus Software for Mac 2025
Macs need antivirus protection too, but many products fail to include top features in their Mac versions. Here are the ones that not only protect your Mac, but offer you more than just the basics.
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Guardio Review 2025: Straightforward Protection for Your Browser
Guardio is a proactive, AI-powered cybersecurity tool that protects against phishing, scams, and identity theft across all your devices. It delivers real-time defense and clear, actionable guidance, keeping your digital life secure.
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How to Make TikTok Safer for Kids in 2025
TikTok claims to care about user’s safety, but no one cares as much about your children as you do. We’ll show you how to help make TikTok safer for kids.
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Your Email Was Hacked, Here's How To Fix It
If you’ve been hacked, take a breath and read our article to find out how to jump into action and re-secure your account.
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ExpressVPN vs. TorGuard 2025: Which VPN Races Ahead?
TorGuard offers more expensive plans but can include a dedicated IP, ideal for torrenting. But ExpressVPN doesn't make you pay more to stream and provides historically fast speeds.
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IronVest Review 2025: Does It Stand Up to the Password Manager Giants?
IronVest claims to be an all-in-one super app, so we tested it to verify these claims.
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KeePass vs. LastPass 2025: Better Security Determines the Winner
Are you in the market for a new password manager and think an open-source, free platform like KeePass fits your needs best? Or would you rather have features like family profiles and compatibility options, which are offered by LastPass?
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Is It Time to Delete Tinder? A Detailed Guide
Have you found true love and don’t need to swipe left anymore? In this guide, we’ll show you how to delete your Tinder account.
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Bitdefender vs. Malwarebytes 2025: Bitdefender Is Best (But Not by Much)
You know having antivirus protection is a no-brainer, but you may not know which one is better for your needs: Bitdefender, with its perfect security scores, or Malwarebytes, with its premium features.
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RoboForm vs. LastPass 2025: Security vs. Popularity?
Roboform gives you a transparent privacy policy and a system that’s never been breached, while LastPass has had some recent security issues. In this article, we’ll give you the ins and outs of both password managers.
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How To Secure Twitter Without Paying for a Subscription
Twitter is now charging for SMS-based two-factor authentication. We’ll show you how to keep your Twitter account secure without paying for a subscription.
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How To View Your Saved Passwords on Any Device [2025]
Here are step-by-step guides to finding your saved passwords, no matter which device you're using.
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Is WhatsApp Safe to Use? Everything You Need to Know
WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps in use today. With over a billion people using it worldwide, the app is a prime target for security risks. We’ll review what you need to know about protecting yourself while enjoying this app.
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What Is Two-Factor Authentication? (And Why You Should You Use It)
No one wants the fallout of an online security attack. Two-factor authentication may be the tool you need to avoid a data breach.
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The Best Password Managers for Mac 2025
We've tested dozens of password managers to find the best one for macOS users. We think NordPass, 1Password, and RoboForm are the top Mac apps. Here's why.
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The Best Free File and Website Malware Scanners 2025
If you’re looking for an additional layer of security protection that scans files and websites for malware, you’re in the right place. We took a look at some free products and examined the pros and cons to help you pick the best one.
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How To Cancel IPVanish the Easy Way
If you need the quick and easy instructions to cancel IPVanish, you’ve come to the perfect place. We’ll show you how in this brief guide.
