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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NordVPN vs. CyberGhost 2025: Nord Has the Advantage
CyberGhost focuses on a lower price whereas NordVPN is feature-rich.
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The Best VPN Routers 2025
Using a VPN-protected router encrypts the traffic coming from all your devices, including ones where a VPN can’t be installed manually. Here are the best VPN routers we recommend.
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LastPass vs. Bitwarden 2025: Is It a Case of David vs. Goliath?
LastPass is heralded as a well-known name in password management solutions. But with so many hacks, can it hold up to the security of Bitwarden?
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The Best Password Managers for iPhone 2025
Apple Passwords (formerly iCloud Keychain) is a good free app for iOS. But if you want a secure password vault that allows for seamless password sharing, military-grade encryption, and more, check out our top-tested picks.
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How To Turn Off Sidewalk on Alexa (and Why You Should)
In 2021, Amazon launched its criticized Sidewalk feature by opting-in all eligible Alexa users, but what is this feature and are you still connected?
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McAfee vs. Norton 360 Antivirus 2025: Two OG Antiviruses Go Head-to-Head
Norton and McAfee are both household names that offer modern security solutions with plenty of additional features to keep you secure.