[dundee] Open source debate

Mon Jul 19 11:57:50 UTC 2010

What would be an ideal debate? What do the public need to know in order to make more informed decisions? 

Donna 

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Subject: Re: [dundee] Open source debate

On Mon, Jul 19, 2010 at 11:55:30AM +0100, Holford-Lovell, Donna wrote:
> HI
> 
> I think the best way would be a knowledgeable panel discuss a topical issue followed by Q&A.

who will be on the panel, will it be made up of Linux Society & TayLUG members?  Will it bring in business people who's companies support these types of concept?
> 
> We are also running a debate prior to this one on 'Digital Dundee' discussing whether there should be an official digital strategy for Dundee or whether it should be supported in the organic way in which it is now.
> 
Wow big question, should bring some interesting view points

> I think it would be good to follow with discussion on digital freedom, maybe cover the digital economy act, or 'Does free make sense?', issues of control? Security ... Not free but open?

DEB is a very big question, and I'm unsure if it should b bundled up belong side ethics in software licensing.  Its far more reaching than freedom, its deeper;
from censorship to back room lobbying of MP's.  Never mind the questions over the lack of any involvement from any MPs that were personally contacted by constituents.

I suppose what I'm saying is i don't see what a patron of free and open source could offer in that debate that would be any more informed or educated that
a lawyer, an ISP, or a historian. 
> 
> It could also have an informal Q&A with some demos set up?

I see Gremlins, run......
> 
> Again you thoughts are greatly appreciated
> 
> Best Donna
> 
> ---------------------------------------------
> Donna Holford-Lovell
> Cultural Projects Officer
> 
> Institute of Arts, Media & Computer Games
> White Space, University of Abertay Dundee
> DD1 1HG. Tel: 0044 (1)382 308 777
> www.abertay.ac.uk/exhibitions
> 
> [cid:3362385330_516142]
> 08 - 14 November 2010
> 
> http://www.northeastofnorth.com/
> 
> Donna,
> 
>   I think there could be a number of people on this list that could help you
> here, but you would have to give more exact requirements on how you want the
> debates run and in what way you want the subject material handled e.g. are
> you looking for audience participation in the way of questions and answers
> to a knowledgeable panel or having a panel of knowledgeable people discuss a
> topical issue whilst the audience listens. I seem to be wearing my
> volunteering hat this week, so put my name down. I am sure that others would
> be interested in joining up if you can give an overview plan of it all and
> also what, if any, technical help and requirements are needed. I hope this
> helps.
> 
> gordon
> 
> 
> 
> On 14/7/10 08:23, "Robert Ladyman" <it at file-away.co.uk> wrote:
> 
> Dear Donna,
> 
> Did you have any thoughts along the lines that Gordon suggested? (Might be
> early days as yet, of course).
> 
> RJL
> 
> > Dear All
> >
> > I am becoming consumed by NEoN - a digital arts festival that is happening
> >  across Dundee in October/November - its a good thing though.
> >
> > As part of the festival I am organising a series of debates - one on
> >  Digital Dundee (hopefully), Technology and the Museum (relating to the
> >  McManus) and Open Source for the Public (or the masses) or something like
> >  that.
> >
> > It would take place on Tues 26 Oct at 6pm - 8pm in a venue somewhere in
> >  Dundee (thinking Generator) - is there anyone or a bunch of folk up for
> >  helping deliver this? We would be able to cover travel expenses (within
> >  reason) and some material costs if necessary.
> >
> > It would be greatly appreciated if folk could help ... Many thanks for your
> >  time
> >
> > Best Donna
> >
> >
> > ---------------------------------------------
> > Donna Holford-Lovell
> > Cultural Projects Officer
> >
> > Institute of Arts, Media & Computer Games
> > White Space, University of Abertay Dundee
> > DD1 1HG. Tel: 0044 (1)382 308 777
> > www.abertay.ac.uk/exhibitions
> >
> > [cid:3361359047_1341430]
> > 08 - 14 November 2010
> >
> > http://www.northeastofnorth.com/
> >
> 
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