Mars Groves
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Mars, a cybersecurity professional and writer based in California, is currently pursuing a B.S. in Cybersecurity. With two years of professional writing experience in cybersecurity, he draws on his past roles as a Cybersecurity Analyst at WEBGAP, Security Researcher, and Editor-in-chief at Secjuice.
With a passion for OSINT, ethical hacking, and threat intelligence, Mars is dedicated to improving online security. He covers various topics such as internet guides and VPNs, and his work has been featured on sites like Zigrin Security and Techopedia. Mars currently serves as an Advisory Board Member for WEBGAP, specializing in browser isolation.
Outside of cybersecurity, Mars enjoys practicing mindfulness meditation, producing music with Ableton Live, and relaxing with a good book alongside a cup of freshly brewed coffee or green tea.
- Zigrin Security
- Techopedia
- VPNs
- Identity Theft
- Antivirus
- Pursuing a B.S. in Cybersecurity
- Mac or PC: Both
- Android or iOS: Both
Mars's Latest Articles
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The Best Identity Theft Protection With Dark Web Monitoring 2025
Bad actors sell your SSN and personal info on the dark web to the highest bidder, putting you in the crosshairs of identity thieves. That's why the best identity theft services include dark web monitoring.
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The Best Antivirus Software With VPNs 2025
Based on our rigorous testing, we think the best real-time antivirus protection with a VPN are Surfshark Antivirus, Bitdefender, and Norton 360. Here's why.
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The Best Password Managers for Linux 2025
Whether you're a command line guru or someone who just wants that seamless autofill experience, NordPass, 1Password, and Bitwarden bring their A-game to the Linux table.
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NordVPN vs. VyprVPN 2025: Who Emerges as the Victor?
NordVPN and VyprVPN are both known for their enhanced security, from their proprietary protocols to their audited no-logs policies. But one of these failed our kill switch test and consistently dropped our speeds.
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The Best VPNs for Hong Kong 2025
Unravel the top-tier VPN services that are ideal for privacy, streaming, or multiple devices — tailored to the unique needs of Hong Kong users.
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AirVPN Review 2025: Elevating Your Online Anonymity
AirVPN is a good choice to secure your internet connection and enhance your digital privacy, but our testing revealed it's not suited for casual users.
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ExpressVPN vs. VyprVPN 2025: Stream Seamlessly or Get a Bite of Privacy?
ExpressVPN is best for streaming, while VyprVPN is best for bypassing censorship.
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Private Internet Access vs. Proton VPN 2025: Which Is Best for Privacy?
Learn why Proton VPN and PIA are twin powerhouses in the VPN realm — one of them provides double the security while the other doubles the features at a low price.
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How To Watch HBO Max With a VPN From Anywhere
Read our guide to learn how to use a VPN to access your favorite shows on HBO Max anywhere around the world!
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Identity Guard vs. IdentityForce 2025: Focus on Assets or Focus on Family?
If you have a family with children, IdentityForce is best for you. But if you have investments or want to protect your assets, then Identity Guard is the better option.
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Ivacy VPN Review 2025: Did Ivacy Protect Your Privacy?
Ivacy VPN is a discontinued VPN service that now uses PureVPN technology. Here's how it fared in our last review.
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LifeLock vs. IdentityForce 2025: LifeLock Brings More to the Table
LifeLock and IdentityForce both offer identity theft protection to keep you and your family safe from identity thieves. We'll help you decide which service is best for you.
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How Much Does Identity Guard Cost in 2025?
Explore how Identity Guard can protect you and your family from identity theft with identity theft protection, credit monitoring, $1 million in identity theft insurance, and more.
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The Best VPNs for Streaming 2025
Grab some popcorn and get ready to watch your favorite shows on streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and others with our best VPNs for streaming — NordVPN, Surfshark, and CyberGhost.
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ClamWin Antivirus Review 2025: Is Being Free and Open-Source Enough?
Explore how a free antivirus program like ClamWin can protect your Windows device so you don’t lose it to cyberthreats in an ocean of viruses and malware.
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McAfee Identity Theft Protection Review 2025: Can McAfee Protect Your Identity?
Explore how McAfee’s Identity Theft Protection can shield you from identity thieves and protect your stolen funds by offering up to $1 million in identity theft coverage and identity recovery support.
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The Best VPNs for the Dark Web 2025
If you're looking to dip your toes in the dark web, you need to have your IP masked and your internet activities encrypted for protection. Here are our recs for the best VPNs for the dark web.
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ExpressVPN vs. Mullvad VPN 2025: Who Wins, Privacy Purist or Streaming Buff?
Discover why Mullvad VPN is perfect for privacy purists who want to stay anonymous, while ExpressVPN is the go-to choice for streaming buffs.
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How To Access Binance in the US
Explore how a VPN can help U.S. crypto enthusiasts access Binance and start trading securely.
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Poper Blocker Review 2025: How Does This Blocker Compare?
Discover why we found Poper Blocker to be an unsatisfactory content blocker based on our testing.
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The Best VPN Countries To Connect to and Keep Your Browsing Safe
Uncover the top server locations worldwide: learn which countries have robust privacy laws, strict data regulations, extensive streaming libraries, and more!
