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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HitmanPro.Alert Antivirus Review 2025: Is It Too Light for an Antivirus?
If you’re a Windows user, you may want to use HitmanPro.Alert. It’s a malware removal and antivirus tool that can integrate seamlessly into your current antivirus or as a standalone against online threats.
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The Best VPNs for Disney Plus 2025
Did you know that Disney Plus offers different content depending on where you live in the world? Use a VPN and open up a whole new world of possibilities.
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Zoom AI Training: Should Zoom Use Your Data Without Your Consent?
Earlier this year, Zoom tried to sneak in a policy update that would allow it to use your video calls, chats, messages, whiteboards, and anything else accessed through its platform to train its AI without your knowledge, consent, or compensation.
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How To Get a German IP Address: 3 Easy Ways
Whether you want a German IP address to unblock streaming or to mask your online activity, you can get one with a VPN, proxy server, or within the Tor Browser.
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Immunet Antivirus Review 2025: How Well Did It Perform?
Immunet antivirus was a lightweight, community-based, free antivirus that protects against malware, viruses, and trojans.
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Microsoft Defender vs. Bitdefender 2025: Which Does It Better?
Microsoft Defender and Bitdefender each offer antivirus and malware protection with a variety of additional features, but which one meets your needs better?