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
windows_tools
powershell_heavy
missing_linux_example
Summary
The documentation page demonstrates several forms of Windows bias. Windows-specific tools and patterns (such as Windows Defender Firewall, registry edits, and .exe file references) are mentioned first or exclusively. Troubleshooting and configuration steps often reference Windows locations, registry keys, and .exe files, with Linux/macOS alternatives either missing, less detailed, or mentioned secondarily. Some examples and instructions (e.g., firewall prompts, registry edits, file paths) are Windows-centric, and PowerShell/Windows command-line tools are referenced without Linux equivalents. While some Linux/macOS notes are present, they are less thorough and often appended as afterthoughts.
Recommendations
  • Provide Linux and macOS equivalents for all Windows-specific instructions, including firewall configuration, registry edits, and file paths.
  • Ensure that troubleshooting steps (such as fixing URI length issues) include clear, actionable guidance for Linux/macOS users (e.g., web server config changes instead of registry edits).
  • When referencing tools (e.g., ngrok.exe), mention cross-platform usage and provide Linux/macOS installation and usage instructions equally.
  • Avoid presenting Windows instructions first by default; instead, group platform-specific instructions together or present them in parallel.
  • Include screenshots and examples from Linux/macOS environments where applicable.
  • Audit all references to .exe files, Windows-specific dialogs, and registry keys to ensure Linux/macOS users are not left without guidance.
  • Expand notes and examples for Linux/macOS beyond brief mentions, ensuring parity in detail and clarity.
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Scan History

Date Scan Status Result
2026-01-14 00:00 #250 in_progress Biased Biased
2026-01-13 00:00 #246 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-11 00:00 #240 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-10 00:00 #237 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-09 00:34 #234 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-08 00:53 #231 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-06 18:15 #225 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-08-17 00:01 #83 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-07-13 21:37 #48 completed Clean Clean
2025-07-12 23:44 #41 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-07-09 13:09 #3 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-07-08 04:23 #2 cancelled Biased Biased

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