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 a Dedicated IP Address?
A dedicated IP address provides a VPN user with more autonomy as well as more protection, but does the additional cost offset the benefits?
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Bitdefender Digital Identity Protection Review 2025: We Tested The Trusted Brand's Data Removal Service
Want to reduce spam and lower your chances of identity theft? A service like Bitdefender Digital Identity Protection claims to do that, so we put it to the test.
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Trend Micro Review 2025: A Full Security Suite That May Surprise You
Whether you’re looking for an antivirus product that will run quietly in the background or a blanket of security for the entire family, Trend Micro’s full suite of security features will keep you protected.
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ExpressVPN Price in 2025: Worth It for Privacy
ExpressVPN comes with a variety of servers, advanced features, and even a proprietary router to blanket you in security.
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Is Acorns a Safe Way To Begin Your Investment Journey?
There are a million ways to invest your money, but few have as fun a gimmick as Acorns. Learn more about how the Round-Up innovator protects your traffic through 256-bit encryption while also giving you low-cost options for investing.
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myFICO Review 2025: User-Friendly and Free
After testing myFICO, the service seems to focus more on financial planning rather than on identity theft prevention.