The Great Debate Series

Summary: Each week, ZDNet hosts The Great Debate, a real-time look at the big technology topics of the day and what they mean. Bringing together respected tech experts to debate the hottest tech topics of the day, the series aims to emulate an Oxford-style debate, with a dash of Fight Club mixed in. We expect -- and encourage -- your participation in this forum.

Past Debates

Should kids be taught to program?

Schools should prepare our children to thrive and compete in a digital world. But is coding a requirement for tech fluency?

April 15, 2013 -- 07:00 GMT (00:00 PDT) Moderated by Lawrence Dignan

101 Comments

Windows 8: Can this OS be saved?

Windows 8 was a bold bet by Microsoft to link PC, tablet and phone interfaces. Is it too soon to say the bet flopped?

April 8, 2013 -- 07:00 GMT (00:00 PDT) Moderated by Larry Dignan

669 Comments