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 Is Android System SafetyCore, and Why You Should Delete It
Android System SafetyCore was installed on Android 9+ devices without user consent, so here’s what it is and how you can get rid of this invasive app.
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Was Your Browser Hacked? How To Remove Browser Hijacking Malware
Browser hijacking can slow down your computer and internet, serve you spammy ads, and make your online experience terrible. Here’s what you can do to fix the problem.
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How To Delete Your 23andMe Data Before It’s Sold
23andMe is selling its assets after declaring bankruptcy, but you can delete your data before it goes to the highest bidder.
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uBlock Origin Lite 2025: Is This uBlock Origin Alternative the Best Free Ad Blocker for Chrome?
Google’s Manifest V3 update requires tracking allowances, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy the ad-blocking capabilities you love from uBlock Origin Lite.
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Canopy Review 2025: Is It Really the Best Parental App to Stop Sexting?
The Canopy parental control app works best on Android, and we think it’s better for parents of younger kids who are just starting out with content monitoring.
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No Ads, Just Anime: Tested Ways To Block Ads on Crunchyroll [Tested 2025]
Blocking Crunchyroll ads isn’t easy. We tested blocking ads on the Crunchyroll app, desktop, and mobile to find the best way to get a clean, ad-free experience. Here’s how.