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
windows_tools
missing_linux_example
Summary
The documentation exhibits a Windows bias in several areas: Windows Server is the only supported OS for the Azure Migrate appliance, with explicit requirements for Windows Server 2019/2022. All setup and installation instructions use PowerShell and reference Windows-specific tools (IIS, Windows Activation Service, registry keys, etc.), with no Linux alternatives or examples. The appliance installer script is a PowerShell script, and there are no instructions for running or deploying the appliance on Linux. Linux is only mentioned in the context of being a discovery target, not as a platform for the appliance itself.
Recommendations
  • Provide parity by supporting and documenting the Azure Migrate appliance on Linux (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS), including prerequisites, installation steps, and troubleshooting.
  • Offer Linux shell (bash) examples for setup and configuration, alongside PowerShell instructions.
  • Document Linux equivalents for Windows tools used (e.g., alternatives to IIS, registry, etc.), or clarify cross-platform requirements.
  • Explicitly state OS limitations and roadmap for Linux support, if not currently available.
  • Ensure that discovery and assessment features are equally available and documented for Linux hosts, not just Windows.
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Scan History

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2025-07-13 21:37 #48 completed Biased Biased
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