Catherine McNally
Catherine McNally is an editor at All About Cookies with more than a decade of experience in digital publishing, content strategy, and editorial quality across technology and internet security. In her time on the team, she has overseen editorial accuracy and standards across nearly 400 articles.
Before joining All About Cookies, Catherine served as Senior Writer and Editorial Lead for Internet & Gaming at Reviews.org and HighSpeedInternet.com (Clearlink), where she developed consumer-facing rating methodologies and editorial frameworks for technology product reviews in a directly adjacent vertical.
Catherine holds a B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities and an M.B.A. in Project Management from Amberton University. Her journalism training grounds her approach to accuracy and sourcing, while her project management background informs the editorial workflows she has overseen across All About Cookies' highest-traffic security verticals.
Her writing has appeared on Reviews.org, HighSpeedInternet.com, and BetterUp. She is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- VPNs
- Antivirus
- Internet & Networking
- Identity Theft
- Online Privacy
- Password Managers
- Data Security
- Cookies
- B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and an M.B.A. in Project Management from Amberton University
Catherine's Latest Articles
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How to Block Ads on Hulu (It’s Easier Than You Think)
If you love watching Hulu but hate all the annoying ads, there are ways around it. You can have your streaming service and watch it ad-free.
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Webroot Antivirus Review 2026: How Does It Stack Up?
Webroot Internet Security Plus boasts cloud-based antivirus protection, but how does it really stack up as a virus scanning software? Let’s take a look.
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'Digital Driver’s License and Registration Please': Are Mobile Licenses Secure?
As more states roll out digital driver’s licenses, security and privacy concerns have cropped up. Find out how secure your personal information is with a digital driver’s license.
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What’s a Good Internet Speed for Work From Home?
How much internet speed do you need to work from home and not lose your mind? 100 Mbps is the recommended download speed. Here's why.
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Does a VPN Prevent DDoS Attacks?
Preventing DDoS attacks is a multi-layer strategy that can include using a VPN for encryption and masking your known public IP address. Here's what to know.
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11 of the Most Dangerous Computer Viruses and How To Avoid Them
The most dangerous malware can cost you tons of money and time to repair your data and devices. Here’s what you can do to avoid the hassle.
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What Can Someone Do with Your IP Address (and How Can You Keep it Safe)?
Learn what your IP address reveals about you — and what others can do with this information.
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What Is a Good Download and Upload Speed?
Fast internet speeds are generally thought of to be at least 100 Mbps for downloads and 20 Mbps for uploads. Find out what can slow you down and how you can fix it.
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Truly Anonymous Browsing: How To Browse Online Without Anyone Knowing
Here’s how a VPN, secure browser, encrypted email, and other tools can help you achieve anonymous browsing online.
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How to Change Your IP Address by Device
If you want to have more online security, here's how to change your IP address on Windows, a Mac, iPhone, or Android the easy way.
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What Are the Different Types of Internet Connections?
As more people, homes, businesses, and devices become connected, the need for more bandwidth continues to scale. Here's how different types of internet connections compare when it comes to providing optimal speeds.
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Does Your Zoom Call Use More Data Than You Think?
You may not realize how much data Zoom can use, but there are ways to optimize your experience and avoid the data drain. We’ll show you how.
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Is My Internet Being Throttled? ISP Throttling and How to Stop It
Is your internet being throttled? Your internet service provider could be slowing down your connection, so here’s what to do about it.
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How To Log In to Your Spectrum Router (and Which Settings To Update)
Here’s how you can update your router settings to add security, update credentials, and more.
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Wired vs. Wireless: Is Ethernet Faster Than Wi-Fi?
Learn which type of internet connection is best for your needs.
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How Much Does a VPN Cost? (And How to Save Money)
See how much a VPN costs per month and per year with this VPN pricing breakdown.
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How to Tell If Your Router Was Hacked and How to Fix It
It’s time for you to get to know your home internet router before the hackers could take control of your device and steal your data.
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What’s a Good Internet Speed?
Are you curious how fast your internet is and what activities it can support? Let's find out if your internet can match your need for speed.
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Do VPNs Use Data? Here's What You Should Know
If you’re using cellular data to access a VPN, be ready for higher usage. Here's what to know about VPN data usage and how to use less data.
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How to Avoid a $823.9M GDPR Fine: What U.S. Companies Need to Know
Here's everything U.S.-based businesses need to know about EU data protection laws, including how to comply and avoid a fine.
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Passwordless Authentication: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Passwordless authentication could be the key to helping prevent the majority of data breaches.