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Jessica Valasek Estenssoro

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Jessica is a contributing cybersecurity writer for Norton, whose work focuses on device security and data privacy. With a background in technical instructional writing, she also takes a particular interest in the impact of online communities on our digital experience. Her other interests include creative writing, dance, and spending time in nature

Jessica earned a BA from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. Additionally, she holds a certificate in Introductory UX Design from CareerFoundry.

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