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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Aura Antivirus Review 2024: The Ultimate Cybersecurity Suite
Aura packs plenty of features into its security suite, giving you antivirus protection, identity theft coverage, crediting monitoring, and even providing coverage for multiple devices and people.
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Norton vs. Sophos 2024: Norton Has Everything You Need
Norton is a good choice for users wanting additional cybersecurity features with an antivirus suite. Sophos is no slouch either, and works for anyone wanting various options that may cost a bit more than other antivirus programs.
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The Best Parental Control Apps For 2024 (Independently Tested)
Keep your kids safe online with the best parental control app for your family. We review the security features of five popular apps like screen time management, web content filtering, location tracking, and more.
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Bitdefender vs. Trend Micro 2024: Bitdefender Defends Its Position
Trend Micro is a good option for those who want a comprehensive security program, and aren’t bothered by potential lower third-party ratings. On the other hand, Bitdefender offers reliability and almost-perfect protection scores.
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Norton 360 vs. AVG 2024: Premium Cybersecurity vs. Freemium Protection
Norton is a trusted name in cybersecurity, while AVG is known for its surprisingly high-quality free antivirus protection. Both offer solid antivirus coverage with different features and price points.
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Snapchat Account Hacked? Here’s What To Do
Has your Snapchat account gotten hacked? Don’t sweat it, we’ll show you how to regain access.