We're going to try a new type of podcasting here at Windows Server. Lately we've been doing a lot of interviews with the people that make the products you use and love. We've talked with excITing people who work in all kinds of interesting and unique IT-related jobs.

Now let's take a new tactic. I'm looking for a few good men and women who have strong opinions and are interested in debating publicly on some of the philosophical and contentous issues we whisper about today in IT. Are you the type of person who can make a good, logical argument defending your position? Do you have an hour of time to spare? Then, drop me a line at gshields@realtimepublishers.net. We can use your name, title, and company. Or, if you'd rather we can keep your identity anonymous. Its the debate itself that is important.

Here are some suggestions for debates I'd like to see exposed here in our community:

• Microsoft Windows vs. Linux - Which is really cheaper for the enterprise? (I'll take the "Microsoft" position)
• Scripting and automation - Do you need these tools to do your job? (I'll take the "Yes" position)
• With the release of Server 2008, does Terminal Services make Citrix Presentation Server / XenApp no longer relevant? (I'll take the "Yes" position)
• Which virtualization solution works best - VMware's, Microsoft's, Citrix's, or Parallels'? (I'll take the "it depends" position)

Again, drop me a line if you're interested. If you're in IT and have strong feelings, let's have a debate!