Mary James
Mary is a cybersecurity writer based in Los Angeles, holding a B.S. in Liberal Arts from Clarion University and an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from Point Park University in Pittsburgh. With over seven years of experience, she focuses on educating the public on a wide range of cybersecurity topics, from VPNs to antivirus software.
Mary’s previous experience in sales and content creation at a private cybersecurity firm has enabled her to translate complex topics into easily digestible concepts. Her work has been featured in national publications such as MSN, CNBC, and PC Matic's private blog, reflecting her dedication to sharing vital cybersecurity insights and empowering the public to safeguard their private data.
When she's not writing, Mary works at her local theatre while also enjoying the trifecta of the beach, mountains, and desert.
- MSN
- CNBC
- PC Matic
- Antivirus
- VPNs
- Identity Theft
- B.S. in Liberal Arts from Clarion University
- M.F.A. in Creative Writing from Point Park University
- Mac or PC: Both
- Android or iOS: iPhone
Mary's Latest Articles
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HMA VPN Review 2024: Lots of Features (If You Have the Right Device)
HMA has a sassy name and transparent policies but does the U.K.-based VPN service have the security and functionality to back it up?
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1Password Review 2024: A Powerful Lockbox for Your Data
1Password isn’t the only password manager on the market, but its strong security, unique features, and ease of use during our testing make it a top contender.
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AdLock Review 2024: A Truly Free Ad Blocker
AdLock is a free browser extension that blocks ads and gives you a pleasant browsing experience without selling your data.
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The Best Ad Blockers for Mac and Safari 2024
Whether you’re looking to block YouTube ads, have better privacy protection, or want parental controls, these five products have what you need.
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LastPass Review 2024: Has It Earned Our Trust?
LastPass has been the subject of scrutiny over the years with its growing list of hacks and cybersecurity incidents. We tested the password manager to determine if its service is worth risking our data using.
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Adware Is Out To Sell Your Information. Here’s How To Stop It
Adware is a nuisance aimed at stealing your data and selling it to the highest bidder — whether you knew you were installing it or not.