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Sam Cook

Expert in B2B Software and Experienced Privacy and Security Researcher
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Samuel Cook is a SaaS product researcher who's been immersed in both B2B and B2C software for over 10 years in various roles, including freelance technical product writing, marketing, and research. He has also been a prolific and trusted ghostwriter for multiple C-suite executives within B2B SaaS companies, with thought leadership content that has appeared in Forbes and Entrepreneur magazine. His career journey has taken him from the classroom as a highschool English teacher, to a freelance content writer, to marketing leader.

As the Head of B2B Strategy and Deveopment, Sam utilizes his experience within the software industry to provide deep and and approachable strategy guides for software buyers across various niches, including internet privacy, IT security, and more. He derives a signficant amount of satisfication from helping software buyers get an advantage in the sales process. He brings together his various experiences, including working previously as a Content Director for a B2B SaaS company, to unravel sometimes confusing product features and marketing language.

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Articles by Sam
Internet and broadband terms and speeds explained
Still confused by broadband and everything about it? This guide will help you understand exactly wha
By Sam Cook in Internet providers on January 19, 2023
FrostWire not working? Try these 10 FrostWire alternatives
The FrostWire service works well, but may not be the best option for everyone. This article covers all of the best FrostWire alternatives for those that want to try something different. 
By Sam Cook in VPN & Privacy on January 3, 2023
What is smishing, and how can it be avoided?
Getting lots of spam text messages? You're a victim of what's known as "smishing," a text message form of phishing that's getting worse every year. We find out how smishing works and how to stop it.
By Sam Cook in Information Security on November 22, 2023
Best free antivirus programs for Windows
What's better than getting rid of malware on your Windows machine? Doing it for free! Windows Defender comes with every Windows 10 installation, but it's not the only free Windows antivirus software available. 
By Sam Cook in Antivirus on February 12, 2021
How to distinguish secure sites from fraudulent, fake or scam ones: Outsmarting online threats
This guide will teach you how to recognize secure websites you can trust and how to spot fake ones run by fraudsters looking to scam you.
By Sam Cook in Information Security on April 2, 2024
10 free malware and virus removal tools – Secure your computer
If your device has been infected by malware, free removal tools are available. However, pick carefully because some will make the situation worse - here's a list of the best free Malware removal tools we recommend.
By Sam Cook in Antivirus on May 10, 2024
Software and security updates: Why they’re important and where to find them
Software updates might be annoying but they are there for a very good reason. 
By Sam Cook in Information Security on May 14, 2021
A guide to employment background checks and what they mean for your privacy
Employment applications can be a privacy nightmare. Thankfully, Employers must follow legal requirem
By Sam Cook in Information Security on April 15, 2022
Technology and internet addiction: How to recognize it and recover from it
Internet addiction is a growing threat for children and adults worldwide. Learn more about why internet addiction exists, what causes, how it's assessed and treated, and what parents can do to help prevent or reduce addictive behaviors.
By Sam Cook in Internet providers on April 19, 2019
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