Crystal Bedell is a freelance writer specializing in B2B technology. She's been creating thought leadership content for IT media companies and technology providers since 2008. Prior to that, she worked for TechTarget where she was the editor of SearchSecurity.com for eight years.

Crystal is the author of thousands of articles, white papers, and case studies, as well as six books, including Definitive Guide to Next-generation Fraud Prevention and Security Delivery Platforms for Dummies, which she co-authored with Steve Piper.

Crystal is based in the Pacific Northwest. When she's not writing about technology, she enjoys reading, writing poetry, and spending time outdoors with her family.