Windows appears to have an edge in the talent market from both availability and cost standpoints. The availability of Windows talent is almost twice that of Linux, whereas the Linux talent market is experiencing some talent shortfalls. Some experts predict that the talent shortage will become more severe with wider deployment of open-source platforms such as Linux. Most organizations find it difficult to find experienced Linux talent. On the other hand, organizations that have deployed Windows felt that it was easier for them to find qualified, experienced Windows talent. Candidate response rates and selection rates were typically higher for Windows job postings, indicative of the larger Windows talent pool.