Sad Tux - Windows bias detected
This page contains Windows bias

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This page is part of the Azure documentation. It contains code examples and configuration instructions for working with Azure services.

Bias Analysis

Detected Bias Types
windows_first
powershell_heavy
Summary
The documentation provides both Azure CLI and Azure PowerShell examples for deploying Bicep files, but PowerShell (a Windows-centric tool) is given equal prominence to Azure CLI, and is mentioned in prerequisites and deployment steps. There is no explicit mention of Linux-specific tools or shell environments (such as Bash), nor are there examples tailored for Linux users. The documentation assumes familiarity with PowerShell and does not clarify cross-platform usage, potentially leading to a Windows bias.
Recommendations
  • Explicitly state that Azure CLI commands work on Windows, Linux, and macOS, and provide Bash-specific notes or examples where relevant.
  • Clarify that PowerShell Core is cross-platform, but most users on Linux/macOS will prefer Azure CLI.
  • Add a section or note for Linux/macOS users, including instructions for uploading files in Cloud Shell or using local Bash terminals.
  • Avoid listing PowerShell before or alongside CLI unless there is a clear cross-platform rationale; consider making CLI the default example, as it is more widely used across platforms.
  • Mention Linux tools (e.g., curl, wget, nano, vi) for file manipulation where appropriate.
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Scan History

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2026-01-08 00:00 #228 cancelled Clean Clean
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