Welcome to The Business Owner's IT Podcast with hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter! In this episode, we bring you The Free VPN Explained, a breakdown of why free VPNs aren't really free and how they can harm your business.Many executives and business owners trust free VPNs to secure their data, but the truth is that these apps often sell your information, break encryption, and expose it to cyber risks.👉 Highlights: The Free VPN Explained

Why "if it's free, you're the product."How executives put company data at risk with free VPNs.The Free VPN Explained: What happens to your browsing data?Safer alternatives for business travel and public Wi-Fi.The importance of Acceptable Use Policies for VPNs.🔒 Protect your IT environment by understanding The Free VPN Explained, because free software can cost you more than you think.👉 Subscribe for more IT insights!#freevpnexplained #vpnexplained #vpnSince 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

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A new Microsoft 365 Email Exploit is making headlines, and it’s putting business owners at risk.

In this episode of The Business Owner’s IT Podcast, Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter break down the Direct Send vulnerability, explain how attackers spoof internal emails, and share how you can protect your business. If your company uses Microsoft 365, you can’t afford to miss this discussion. Learn how this exploit works, what it means for your email security, and the simple steps you can take today to stay safe. 🔍 What you’ll discover in this episode:✅ How the Microsoft 365 Email Exploit (Direct Send) works.✅ Why spoofed emails bypass filters and hit inboxes directly.✅ The hidden risks of multifunction devices.✅ Real-world stories of businesses caught off guard.✅ Practical tips to secure your Microsoft 365 setup. 👉 Tip of the Week: Review your Microsoft 365 email settings with your IT provider now, before attackers use this exploit against you. 💡 The Business Owner’s IT Podcast is your go-to show for practical tech advice, cybersecurity insights, and stories from the IT field, built for business owners and Tech Champions.#microsoft365 #microsoft365emailexploit #microsoft365emailSince 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

QR Code Phishing Scams are on the rise, and even trained employees are falling for them. In this episode of The Business Owner’s IT Podcast, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter break down a real-life phishing campaign that tricked business owners into scanning malicious QR codes and entering their credentials.👉 What you’ll learn about QR Code Phishing Scams in this episode:

✅ How scammers use QR codes to bypass traditional security awareness.✅ Why even well-trained employees can be fooled by realistic emails.✅ How tools like Barracuda sandboxing and Huntress detection stop threats in their tracks.✅ Simple steps you can take to protect your business from these growing attacks.With 3,500+ endpoints under management, the UCS team has seen firsthand how dangerous QR Code Phishing Scams can be, and they’re sharing practical advice every Tech Champion should know.🔒 Don’t let your business become the next victim of a QR code scam.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