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

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