Thomas Holt, Michigan State University (IMAGE) Michigan State University Caption A study led by Michigan State University criminologist Thomas Holt suggests people who have three forms of protective software on their computers are 50 percent less likely to experience identity theft. Credit Michigan State University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.