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Max Eddy

Former Lead Security Analyst

Max Eddy

My Experience

Since my start in 2008, I've covered a wide variety of topics from space missions to fax service reviews. At PCMag, much of my work focused on security and privacy services, as well as a video game or two. I also wrote the occasional security columns, focused on making information security practical for normal people. I helped organize the Ziff Davis Creators Guild union and served as its Unit Chair.

My Areas of Expertise

  • Technology, security, and privacy

  • Security and privacy software, including VPNs

  • Hardware multi-factor authentication keys

  • Open-source software and hardware

  • Election security and disinformation

  • Interpreting infosec research for a wider audience

  • Amateur Myst historian

Recent Articles by Max Eddy

The 28 Most Niche Simulation PC Games We Could Find

There's a vast world of PC games that let you tackle the mundane in creative and surprisingly enjoyable ways. Power wash pavement, build a PC, or service a vehicle with these strange and wondrous titles.

By Max Eddy & Gabriel Zamora
The Most Niche Simulation PC Games

VPN vs. Proxy: What's the Difference? 

Proxies and VPNs both let you change how your web traffic is perceived by the outside world, but they're fundamentally different technologies. We explain which one is right for you.

By Max Eddy & Chris Stobing
A conceptual image illustrating the differences between VPNs and proxies

Credit Card Skimmers and Shimmers: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe

Scammers can steal your credit and debit card information whenever you swipe using legit-looking devices. We tell you what need to know about these rare, but nasty, attacks.

By Max Eddy & Kim Key
ATM

TunnelBear VPN Review

4.0
Editors' Choice

Forget complicated apps and edgy graphics and let the cute-but-powerful TunnelBear VPN defend your web traffic. It's easy to use and protects your entire household with just one account.

By Max Eddy & Kim Key
TunnelBear VPN logo

Opera VPN Pro Review

3.0

Opera VPN Pro is among the most affordable VPNs available, and tight integration with the Opera browser makes it easy for existing users to improve their privacy. For everyone else, better options abound.

By Max Eddy & Kim Key