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The scariest cybersecurity plan is no plan at all
Cyber Moment By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC October is here. Pumpkins are appearing on doorsteps, leaves are falling, and ghosts and goblins will soon be roaming our neighborhoods. But there is another fright nobody wants this Halloween: discovering that your computer has been hacked, your files encrypted by ransomware, or your identity stolen. The good news? Unlike the monsters in a scary movie, many cyber threats can be stopped—or made much less painful—with a little preparation.
What’s New: Fabric MCP Server Adds Network Edge Search and Visibility Tools
The Fabric MCP (Model Context Protocol) server now includes Network Edge tools that allow AI assistants and developer tools to search for and view Network Edge resources through the Equinix Fabric API. This enhancement enables users to access Network Edge information without writing code, expanding the Fabric MCP server’s capabilities across Equinix Digital Infrastructure.
BABYMETAL, Halestorm and Violent Vira reign supreme at Pine Knob
Last Friday’s show at Pine Knob Music Theatre was one of those nights when all three bands gave the crowd its money’s worth. Violent Vira, originally from Idaho, has been working hard at smaller shows, including a performance at the Magic Stick a couple of years ago. This was her chance to play a bigger venue, and she didn’t disappoint. Halestorm has been dazzling crowds with its impressive shows for more than two decades.
Demystifying Passkeys: The Password Replacement Already on Your Phone
Cyber Moments By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC Passwords have protected our online accounts for decades. We’ve been told to make them longer, stronger, unique, impossible to guess—and somehow remember all of them. Now, just as we’re getting good at that, technology companies are telling us:Forget the password. Use a passkey! If you’ve recently signed into a Microsoft, Google, Apple, or other online account, you may have already encountered one. So, what exactly is a passkey—and should you trust it?
What’s New: Network Edge VNF Operational Status
Network Edge now provides visibility into the operational status of virtual network functions (VNFs), helping users understand the current runtime condition of their deployed services.
Scenes from Movement Music Festival 2026
Movement Music Festival returned to Hart Plaza in Detroit over Memorial Day weekend for three days of dancing, marking the 20th anniversary of the festival under organizer Paxahau. Movement Music Festival returned to Detroit’s Hart Plaza Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, 2026. Movement Music Festival returned to Detroit’s Hart Plaza Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, 2026. Movement Music Festival returned to Detroit’s Hart Plaza Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, 2026.
All the creatures we saw at Space Dive 2026 in Detroit
Founded in 2015, Space Dive transports Star Wars fans to a galaxy far, far away. (The event opened Friday and Saturday and continues May 4, 8, and 9.) Bands and performers pictured included Crune, Margaux Royale, Poppet, Hayley and the Crushers, Raedy Lex, Elexia, and Black Jake and the Carnies.
What we saw at Detroit’s Marche du Nain Rouge 2026
On Sunday, March 22, metro Detroiters celebrated the arrival of spring with the annual Marche du Nain Rouge. A tradition since 2010, the New Orleans-style parade is based on the legend of the Nain Rouge, a figure from Detroit folklore said to be a harbinger of doom. Detroiters celebrate the annual Marche du Nain Rouge on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Detroiters celebrate the annual Marche du Nain Rouge on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
All the sights that popped out at Beyond the Shudder Lens
Beyond the Shudder Lens was a two-night event of creative mischief at Detroit’s Tangent Gallery that featured movies, bands, burlesque, and more that literally popped right off of the screen. It was the culmination of months of planning, many hours of hard labor, and a real passion for spreading wonder and joy.
Everything we saw at Motor City Comic Con’s fall 2025 edition
Over the weekend, Michigan’s largest and longest-running pop culture convention brought together fans, celebrities, artists, and creators to the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Fans attend Motor City Comic Con in November, 2025. Credit: Mike Pfeiffer Fans attend Motor City Comic Con in November, 2025. Credit: Mike Pfeiffer Fans attend Motor City Comic Con in November, 2025. Credit: Mike Pfeiffer Fans attend Motor City Comic Con in November, 2025.
All the crazy sights we saw at the Tylenol Ball at Detroit’s Paris Bar
On Saturday night, Detroit’s Paris Bar held the “Tylenol Ball” with a lineup of three of the finest local bands: The Cult of SpaceSkull, Crune, and Haley and the Crushers. It was a night of punk decadence and debauchery as the crowd danced wildly in costumes both silly and scary.
What we saw at Arts, Beats & Eats 2025
What we saw at Arts, Beats & Eats 2025 The Arts, Beats & Eats festival returned to Royal Oak over Labor Day weekend.
All the summer vibes we saw at Breakaway Music Festival
Friday was the perfectly hot, sunny day for Breakaway Festival at Belknap Park in Grand Rapids. The summer fashion was on point and everyone had smiles on their faces (and, hopefully, some sunscreen). Beside the artists there were a few new things this year like a fun McDonalds area where you could get you picture with Ronald and play games. The mainstage artists on Friday included KLO, DJ Mandy, Frank Walker, Disco Lines, Gryffin, and Zedd. Scroll down to view images Page 1 of 3 Page 1 of 3
The Dark Web: Where your data might go when it’s stolen
Cyber Moment By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC You’ve probably heard the term “Dark Web” before—it sounds like something out of a spy movie or a crime show.And while it does have a bit of mystery to it, the truth is less dramatic and more relevant to your everyday life than you might think. Let’s break it down and shine a light on what the Dark Web really is, why it matters, and what you can do to protect yourself (without needing a tech degree). What Is the Dark Web, Really?
Rainy Days and Risky Wi-Fi: Stay Safe on Public Networks
Cyber Moments By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC June in Minnesota has brought us everything from downpours to summer-like sunshine—all in the same week.As people hit the road, settle in at coffee shops, or log in from the lake cabin, there’s one thing following us everywhere:public Wi-Fi.Free?Yes.Convenient?Sure.But safe?Not always.
Local Government in Action: Your Chance to Step Up in Long Beach
Long Beach City Council By Mike Pfeiffer, Long Beach Mayor Local government in Minnesota is non-partisan and powered by everyday community members who step up to serve.This month, we highlight several events and opportunities for you to help shape the future of Long Beach.
All the colorful characters we saw at Detroit’s Space Dive ‘Star Wars’ fan event [PHOTOS]
Star Wars fans have once again banded together for Detroit’s Space Dive event, now in its tenth year. The brainchild of the team behind the popular Theatre Bizarre Halloween party, this annual fan celebration sees the Tangent Gallery transformed into Mos Eisley spaceport and populated for an ultimate immersive theatre experience. The party continues this Friday and Saturday; see spacedive313.com for tickets and details. Scroll down to view images Page 1 of 5 Page 1 of 5
Detroit Tigers fans celebrate opening day 2025 [PHOTOS]
Detroit Tigers fans celebrate opening day 2025 [PHOTOS] On Friday, the Detroit Tigers started the team’s 25th season at Comerica Park, defeating the Chicago White Sox 7-4.
Understanding Cybersecurity across generations: Bridging the Digital Divide
Cyber Moments By Mike Pfeiffer, Cyberfyfe LLC As we continue our series on navigating cybersecurity across generations, this session focuses on the digital challenges and opportunities faced by Baby Boomers and Gen Alpha, guided by their Gen X and Gen Z relatives.
Understanding Cybersecurity across generations
Cyber Moment By Mike Pfeiffer, Cyberfyfe LLC.
Safe Screens and Turkey: How to shop online securely this holiday season
Cyber Moment By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC Ah, November!A time for gratitude, copious amounts of turkey, and, let’s be honest, snagging those holiday deals before someone else does.But before you gear up for your digital shopping spree, let’s talk about keeping your online shopping carts and bank accounts safe from the Grinches of the cyber world.
Creative costumes on display at Elektricity’s back-to-back Halloween raves
Creative costumes on display at Elektricity’s back-to-back Halloween raves This weekend, Elektricity hosted two nights of costume parties with heavy beats where raging ghouls and dancing freaks celebrated well past the witching hour. Friday night was the Bloodsuckers Ball featuring Must Die and Saturday was the Rave from the Grave with Trblmakr, Klees and hosted by KP of 95.5.
Beyond Ransomware: The threat of extortion attacks
Cyber Moment By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC Last month, we delved into the mechanics and prevention of ransomware.However, as the cyber threat landscape evolves, so do the tactics of cybercriminals.One such tactic that builds upon ransomware is extortion.Unlike traditional ransomware that merely encrypts your data, extortion attacks involve stealing your data before encrypting it, leveraging the threat of public release or sale as a tool for extortion.
Ransomware: The Silent Business Killer
Cyber Moments By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC.
A lifesaving leap forward with new AED locations
Long Beach City Council By Mike Pfeiffer, Mayor of Long Beach Good day, Long Beach!We’re thrilled to share some heartening news that underscores our commitment to community safety.The City of Long Beach MN has recently enhanced public health and safety measures by installing Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) at three key locations throughout our city.These devices are critical in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest and can dramatically increase the chances of survival.
Everything we saw at Arts, Beats & Eats 2024
Everything we saw at Arts, Beats & Eats 2024 The Arts, Beats & Eats festival returned to downtown Royal Oak with musical performances by the Ruiners, Delta 88, Cheap Trick, Hard Luck Pete & the Wrong Way Streets, Tino G’s Dumpster Machine, Killer Flamingos, and more.
All the shiny happy people we saw at Breakaway Festival
Breakaway Festival made its annual stop in Michigan over the weekend and brought with it a slew of great DJs, a huge crowd of festive fans, and best of all, the forecasted, rainy weekend was a no-show! Held in Grand Rapids’ Belknap Park with two stages and a silent disco, there was plenty of places to groove and move to.
Digital Spring Cleaning: Your Rainy Day Security Checkup
Cyber M0ments By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC With life moving at breakneck speed, it’s easy to put off those less-than-thrilling tasks like updating your digital security measures.But just like cleaning out your garage or checking the batteries in your smoke detector, taking time to perform a security check up on your digital life is crucial.Why not use the next rainy weekend as an opportunity for a thorough digital spring cleaning?
Everything we saw at Movement Music Festival 2024
Detroit’s Movement Music Festival returned to Hart Plaza on Saturday. The three-day celebration of Detroit techno continues through Memorial Day. This slideshow will be updated throughout the weekend.
With technolgy comes increased risk
By Mike Pfeiffer CyberFyfe LLC Don’t Wait for a Hack: Why You Need a Cyber Safe Checkup Today In the age of digital abundance, our lives are seamlessly intertwined with technology—from how we communicate to how we manage finances.But with this convenience comes increased risk.It’s like driving a car; you wouldn’t hit the road without first ensuring it’s in good working order, would you?Similarly, it’s crucial to perform a Cyber Safe Checkup on your digital practices to gauge your...
Detroit celebrates ‘May the Fourth’ at Tangent Gallery’s Space Dive [PHOTOS]
“May the Fourth” is the day to celebrate all things Star Wars, and Detroit’s annual Space Dive party brought all that and so much more. Children’s day kicked off the event with parents bringing their kids and letting them run amuck with space creatures and nerf phasers.
Voice Phishing: The dangerous game of ‘Yes’ and ‘No’
Cyber Moment By Mike Pfeiffer CyberFyfe LLC Welcome back to the Cyber Moment.Last month we delved into the basics of cybersecurity, emphasizing its importance for small businesses and individuals.This month, we are pivoting from the promised ransomware column to a less known but equally insidious threat:Voice Phishing or ‘Vishing’. What is Voice Phishing?
Cyber security is about ‘good practices’
Cyber Moment By Mike Pfeiffer, Columnist CyberFyfe LLC Welcome to the Cyber Moment! In this monthly column, we’ll embark on a journey through the intricate and increasingly critical world of cybersecurity.As we stand in the digital age, the relevance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated—especially for small businesses and individuals in our community.
Everything we saw at the return of Hamtramck Blowout
Over the weekend, the Hamtramck Blowout festival returned under new organizers. The bands rocked out, beer was spilt, the crowds were standing room-only, and on the last night we had the Detroit Party Marching Band playing in the bars and the streets. This gallery is only a microcosm of the fun that was had. Bands pictured included Solar Drip, Cherry Drop, Nikkie Nocturnal, Wiccans, Shadow Show, the Cult of Spaceskull, Antibuddies, Seahag, Zastava, Characteristics, and Detroit Party Marching Band.
Revelers danced the night away at Elektricity’s Rave from the Grave
Revelers danced the night away at Elektricity’s Rave from the Grave Rave from the Grave at Pontiac’s Elektricity nightclub brought the costumes and the party as TRBLMAKR, KLEES, and ELEMNT, created mayhem onstage, along with KP and Channel 95.5, as the crowd danced the night away. Scroll down to view images
Creative costumes on display at the Crofoot’s Creepy Cheapy Halloween party 2023
Creative costumes on display at the Crofoot’s Creepy Cheapy Halloween party 2023 The Creepy Cheapy Halloween party returned the Crofoot in Pontiac over the weekend. The sold-out show featured two nights of local bands doing their best tribute acts, including Clipboards as the Smiths, Radio Pirate DJ as NSYNC vs. the Backstreet Boys, Lokella as Dua Lipa, and Sweet Pain doing an outstanding set as KISS, among many others. Scroll down to view images
Everything we saw at Detroit’s 2023 Dally in the Alley
The city of Detroit came together in the Cass Corridor on Saturday to enjoy music, art, food, and other randomness at the 44th annual Dally in the Alley. An indie rock band played on one corner and a dog show was being held just around the block. A soul band played on the Alley stage and DJs were at the ends of the street. Skater boys took up a section of a road to showcase their tricks and people showcased their dance moves bravely.
Huzzah! Photos from Michigan Renaissance Festival’s ‘Vikings Invasion’ weekend
The Michigan Renaissance Festival is back. Founded in 1979, the event is a favorite of history buffs, fantasy fans, and cosplayers who are drawn to the fictional village of Hollygrove, populating it with all sorts of characters and creatures. We attended during a themed “Vikings Invasion” weekend — here’s everything we saw. The festival runs through Oct. 1. More information is available at michrenfest.com .
Electric Forest attendees danced the days away
Electric Forest always fulfills its promise of a loving, artistic environment that brings together an eclectic group of DJs, bands, performers, and more under one gigantic festival in Rothbury’s Double JJ Resort. This year’s highlights included, among others, SOFI TUKKER, Chanel Tres, Illenium, Gorgon City, String Cheese Incident, Chromeo, Flipturn, Brandi Cyrus, REZZ, and NBA star Shaquille O’Neal as DJ Diesel. But the real stars of Electric Forest are the attendees who come out to celebrate.
[video] How to Install VMware SD-WAN Client on Linux
Share on: 0 In a 2-minute video, I will show you how to install VMware SD-WAN client software on a Linux operating system. VMware has documentation for Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, and Fedora. This video demonstrates Ubuntu installation. It walks you through three basic commands that are easy to script and automate, and shows you some nifty options you can configure today. Need to find out more about VMware SD-WAN Client is and what it can do for your organization?
[video] How to Install VMware SD-WAN Client on Windows
Share on: 0 This 2-minute video walks you through the steps to install the VMware SD-WAN Client on the Windows 11 operating system. I explain tips and tricks you can use during the setup process that will ultimately make your Client instance more powerful, including disabling DNS over HTTPS when using Chrome to give you more options when using the VMware SD-WAN Client Connector.
Techno fans flock to Detroit’s Movement Music Festival 2023
Rapper Babyface Ray wraps up his ‘Courtesy of the Mob’ tour in Detroit [PHOTOS] Babyface Ray’s 25-city “Courtesy of the Mob Tour” (with fellow Detroit emcee Veeze) concluded Saturday night with a show at the Fillmore… Fresh off of headlining the Coachella festival, pop-punk kings Blink-182 are embarking on a world tour with their classic lineup of Tom… Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena [PHOTOS] Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band took to the stage...
[video] How to Install VMware SD-WAN Client on macOS
Share on: 0 When you’re ready to install the VMware SD-WAN Client in a macOS environment, start with this 2-minute video. I’ll walk you through the steps to download the installer, authenticate, and get started. Not sure what the VMware SD-WAN Client is, or why your enterprise needs it? Check out the introduction video: Explain the VMware SD WAN Client to Me in Three Minutes. Learn more VMware SD-WAN Client web page VMware SD-WAN Client documentation
Cosplayers assemble at Motor City Comic Con 2023 [PHOTOS]
Cosplayers assemble at Motor City Comic Con 2023 [PHOTOS] All weekend long, Motor City Comic Con brought out local cosplayers to Novi’s Suburban Collection Showcase along with plenty of celebrities, artists, and vendors including Tony Danza of Who’s the Boss, DMC of Run DMC, and Tara Strong, voice of many DC and Marvel animated characters. Scroll down to view images
[video] Explain the VMware SD-WAN Client to Me in Three Minutes
Are you figuring out what the VMware SD-WAN Client is and what it can do for your organization? This 3-minute video walks you through the Client dashboard, an easy-to-use tool in the VMware SASE Orchestrator that monitors overlay activity. The video also explains the concept of SD-WAN Client Connections.
[video] Enabling the Remote Workforce with VMware SD-WAN, Starlink, and 5G
I work from home in a location that does not have access to wired internet connections such as fiber, cable, or DSL. But I do have a VMware SD-WAN Edge device. Its cloud-based, transport-independent architecture lets you use whatever connectivity you have—in my case, Starlink satellite and U.S. Cellular 5G connections.
The Social Runway was a fashion-forward preview from Detroit designers [PHOTOS]
The Social Runway was a fashion-forward preview from Detroit designers [PHOTOS] On Saturday evening, Detroit fashion designers and stylists took over Loft 211 for a fashion preview. The Social Runway, presented by e.Lane Group, was a night full of fashion, music, and art. The fashion show included many local designers included Yube Handmade, Siana Treece, The Fresher Brand, and AYV Lifestyle. Scroll down to view images
Fans of Depeche Mode, NIN, and Siouxsie and the Banshees pay tribute at Ferndale’s Magic Bag [PHOTOS]
Detroit has a lot of great tribute bands, and two of their finest played Friday night at the Magic Bag with Depeche Mode tribute band Music From the Masses and Siouxsie and the Banshees tribute band Playground Twist. Music from the Masses is a side project of the Mega 80’s that wanted to explore more of their Depeche Mode love, and for those that want a harder edge, they threw in some Nine In Nails for good measure.
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