The Defcon 616 Group was spawned from the annual Defcon security conference in Las Vegas.  We are a gathering point in the Grand Rapids MI area for folks interested in the alternate applications of modern technology, referred to properly as ‘hacking’. The DC616 Group aims to provide yet another gathering place for the discussion of technology and security topics. DCG meetings are open to anyone, regardless of their skill, age, job, gender, etc. DCGs are designed to help you learn new things, meet new people, mentor others in areas you may be strong in, and provide some cohesion within the hacker culture and it’s members.