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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How To Block Netflix Ads: Go Ad-Free Without Upgrading in 2025
Netflix’s ad-supported tier is cheaper than its two other plans, but we can show you how to block ads on the platform without having to do any crazy configurations or download sketchy software.
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The Best Free Credit Monitoring Services 2025
After testing Credit Karma, Credit Sesame, and Experian, we think Credit Karma offers the best free credit monitoring service. Here’s why.
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Deactivate or Delete Facebook to Help Prevent Identity Theft, Here’s How
If you decide it’s time to move away from Facebook, here’s how to delete your data so you don’t leave yourself open to scams, spam, and even identity theft.
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myFICO vs. Credit Karma 2025: Identity Protection vs. Credit Monitoring
When testing both services, we found myFICO’s free and paid plans were very different, while Credit Karma offered lots of features with some compromises.
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Is Bluesky Safe? As Its Popularity Rises, so Do Bluesky Scams (June 2025)
Bluesky offers social media users more control over their data and feeds than X or Facebook, but its lackluster verification and rapid growth have left it open to scammers.
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The Best VPNs for Privacy 2025
We've tested dozens of VPNs and think NordVPN, Proton VPN, and Surfshark are the best for privacy. Plus, these VPNs boast a long list of other features that make them perfect for keeping your data secure.