Sara J. Nguyen
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Sara J. Nguyen is a writer specializing in cybersecurity. She aims to help people protect their data while enjoying technology. She has written about online privacy and tech for over 5 years for several organizations.
When she's not writing about the latest cybersecurity trends, you can find her on LinkedIn.
- Data protection
- Online privacy
- Cybersecurity
Sara J.'s Latest Articles
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The Best VPNs for France 2025
Trying to find the best VPN for France can be frustrating, so we've done the hard work for you.
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AVG vs. TotalAV 2025: Why AVG Outperforms the Award-winning TotalAV
AVG offers a popular freemium antivirus program, but TotalAV is the budget pick if you’re considering a premium plan. Here's our comparison of AVG and TotalAV, evaluating their performance, features, pricing, and more.
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The Blue Screen of Death: Causes and How to Fix It
The blue screen of death means that your PC has a critical error and isn't functioning properly. But there are ways to troubleshoot the problem and fix it.
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What Is PC Accelerate Pro and How To Remove It
PC Accelerate Pro is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that spams your computer. Keep reading to find a step-by-step guide to remove PC Accelerate Pro from your device manually or by using antivirus software.
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Google Begins to Block Third-Party Cookies: How Tracking Protection Impacts Chrome Users
As Google Chrome starts to block third-party cookies by default, here’s how Tracking Protection impacts your online browsing experience and affects your digital privacy.
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Aura vs. Experian IdentityWorks 2025: Which Service Has the Best Value?
Aura claims it's an all-in-one digital security solution, but can it compete with Experian IdentityWorks offered by Experian, one of the three major credit bureaus?
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The Best Free VPNs for Android 2025
Review our best picks for free VPNs for Android and explore the pros and cons of using a free VPN.
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What Is an SSID and What Does It Do?
Find out why an SSID (AKA your Wi-Fi network name) is important to your network security and learn some tips on how to locate your SSID.
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The Best Identity Theft Protection Tools of 2025
I independently tested 18 identity theft protection services on my own data and think Aura, LifeLock, and Identity Guard top the list with the best features and value. Here's why.
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Privacy Badger Review 2025: A Free Privacy Tool That Blocks Trackers
Privacy Badger is a privacy tool that aims to block invisible trackers and protect your online privacy, but it's not as strong as traditional ad blockers.
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The Best VPNs for Canada 2025
We tested several VPNs to find the best streaming options for Canada. Find out why NordVPN, Surfshark, and ExpressVPN made our list.
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Optery Review 2025: What Does Our Testing Reveal?
After testing Optery, we found it to provide detailed and robust services for staying anonymous online.
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How To Change Location on Android Easily and Safely
Whether you're looking for more privacy or unblocking geographically-locked streaming, there are a few simple ways to change the location on your Android devices.
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How To Cancel Proton VPN (and Get Your Money Back)
Heads up: While Proton VPN has a 30-day money-back guarantee, you may struggle to get a cash refund if you cancel after the initial 30 days.
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The Best VPNs for Small Business 2025
Find out why NordVPN is the best overall VPN for small businesses, Surfshark is the most affordable, and ExpressVPN is designed for home-based businesses.
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CyberGhost vs. ExpressVPN 2025: Is ExpressVPN Worth The High Cost?
CyberGhost is affordable and meets the basic expectations of a VPN. But ExpressVPN was our top pick for providing quick internet speeds and better reliability.
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The Best VPNs for Germany 2025
The best VPNs for Germany are CyberGhost for its large German server network, Surfshark for unlimited device connections, and NordVPN for users who prioritize security.
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The Best Ad Blockers for Android [Tested December 2025]
We tested 15+ ad blockers on Android and found Total Adblock, NordVPN Threat Protection, and Surfshark CleanWeb to be the top picks for Android. Here's why.
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The Best VPN Apps for Your Router 2025
Find out why ExpressVPN is the best VPN app for your router, what NordVPN's powerful extras are, and why Surfshark is the most affordable option without sacrificing quality.
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Private Internet Access vs. NordVPN 2025: Can PIA's Unique Feature Outshine NordVPN?
PIA is an affordable choice and provides everything you need from a VPN. On the other hand, NordVPN has plenty of extra security features.
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The Best VPNs for Gaming 2025
Gamers need fast internet speeds to keep up with their skill shots, so here are our top VPNs that offer security but won't get in the way.
