[dundee] Open source debate

[gordon dunlop]

On 19 July 2010 11:55, Holford-Lovell, Donna <d.holford-lovell at abertay.ac.uk
> wrote:

>  HI
>
> I think the best way would be a knowledgeable panel discuss a topical issue
> followed by Q&A.
>
> 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.
>
> 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?
>
> It could also have an informal Q&A with some demos set up?
>
> Again you thoughts are greatly appreciated
>
> I think you need a team of about six people for this. Due to people taking
holidays over the next few weeks, the best thing would be to have a meeting
at the end of August where ideas and the format of the debate can be
discussed by the people that wish to get involved.

Gordon



> Best Donna
>
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> Donna Holford-Lovell
> Cultural Projects Officer
>
> Institute of Arts, Media & Computer Games
> White Space, University of Abertay Dundee
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