Are you underestimating the security beast that is Microsoft 365? In this episode of The Business Owner’s IT Podcast, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter break down the hidden burdens, unexpected risks, and crucial security steps every business owner should know.From misconfigured tenants to poor secure scores, they share real-world stories like impossible logins from Ukraine to the dangers of RDP open to the internet (spoiler: changing the port number doesn’t save you!). Plus, they explain how attackers love targeting cloud services and why “set it and forget it” email setups put your entire business at risk.✅ Learn why Business Premium licenses matter.✅ Get tips to boost your secure score.✅ Hear how managed services can lock down your Microsoft environment.✅ Discover tools, conditional access, and policies that can save you from a breach.Whether you’re running your own M365 tenant or considering outsourcing your IT, this episode will open your eyes to what it really takes to keep your business secure in the cloud-first world.💬 Got questions? Drop them in the comments. Anthony and Ryan love to tackle real scenarios from tech champions like you!🌐 Learn more about us: uniquecomputingsolutions.com#Microsoft365 #ITPodcast #CybersecuritySince 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has extensive experience in computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. However, what truly sets us apart as a managed service provider is our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today.Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-computing-solutionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutionsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQdApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

🚨 Phishing attacks are getting smarter — even trusted domains like Intuit.com can be exploited!In this episode of The Business Owner's IT Podcast, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter break down a real-life example of how whitelisting Intuit led to a flood of dangerous phishing emails and what you can do to stop it.🛡️ What you'll learn:

✅ How attackers spoof trusted senders like Intuit, DocuSign, and RingCentral. ✅ The risks of domain whitelisting without SPF/DKIM/DMARC checks. ✅ How email sandboxing works (Barracuda sandboxing explained!). ✅ Real examples of phishing tricks that almost fool the pros. ✅ How Barracuda's report feature protects your whole team. ✅ Action steps for business owners to strengthen email security.💡 Key takeaway:Email remains the primary entry point for cyber threats. Knowing how to verify suspicious emails, even from trusted brands, can save your business from costly breaches.Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rGMxUbDdAzM🔗 Visit our website: uniquecomputingsolutions.com 📩 Need help? Reach out anytime — we're here to keep your business secure.#PhishingEmails #ITPodcast #BusinessSince 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has extensive experience in computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. However, what truly sets us apart as a managed service provider is our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today.Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-computing-solutionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutionsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQdApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

In this milestone 50th episode of The Business Owner's IT Podcast, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter take a tech-fueled trip down memory lane. From the screeching sounds of dial-up and AOL modems to modern-day firewall strategies that protect your business from cyber threats.Tony shares the wild ride of building his company in the early days of the internet, including his first programming gig with Caterpillar, early remote access setups, and why the term "firewall" still matters today. Ryan chimes in with lessons learned from real-world network failures, broadcast storms, and how Comcast resets can bring down an entire office if you're not adequately secured.They break down:✅ Why Consumer-Grade Modems Shouldn't Guard Your Business.✅ The Forgotten Importance of Network Documentation and Hygiene.✅ How wireless still isn't always the safest bet.✅ And why having a firewall isn't just optional — it's essential.Whether you're managing a small business or leading a growing enterprise, this episode is packed with practical insights and laughs to help you better secure your IT infrastructure.🔒 Don't let your network be the weakest link. 📌 Subscribe for weekly episodes made for business owners and tech champions like you.Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has extensive experience in computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. However, what truly sets us apart as a managed service provider is our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today.Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-computing-solutionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutionsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutionsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQdApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957