Mary James
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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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What’s Your Digital Footprint? Understanding How Your Data is Collected
Your digital footprint can increase your chances of scams, spam, phishing, and even targeted pricing for goods and services. Learn what it is and how to protect yourself from those looking to gather your information.
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Is End-To-End Encryption Dangerous? How This Technology Works
End-to-end encryption secures messages, banking info, and more, so why is it controversial and are you already using it?
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How to Monitor Your Child’s Phone and Teach Them Healthy Tech Habits
Monitoring your child’s phone activity may seem daunting, but apps and services are available (some for free) that will help keep your kids safe online and off.
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Parental Control vs. Spy Apps: What’s a Healthy Level of Monitoring?
Parental control apps help keep your child safe and teach healthy tech habits, while spy apps destroy trust and overreach.
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How To Put Parental Controls on an iPhone
The internet is unavoidable, but Apple’s parental controls can help you keep your kids safe while teaching them responsible practices for everyday use.
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Are TikTok’s Parental Controls Enough To Keep Your Teen Safe?
TikTok has built-in parental controls that should help you keep your teen safe, but we have additional suggestions for parents who want more than what’s offered.