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
powershell_heavy
windows_first
Summary
The documentation consistently provides Azure PowerShell examples alongside Azure CLI and portal instructions for every major step. PowerShell is a Windows-centric tool, and its inclusion as a primary automation example reflects a Windows bias. In most sections, PowerShell examples are listed before CLI examples, which are more cross-platform and preferred by Linux users. There are no Linux-specific shell script examples, nor is there mention of Linux-native tools or patterns. The documentation does not reference Windows-only tools, but the prioritization and prominence of PowerShell throughout the page indicate a subtle Windows bias.
Recommendations
  • List Azure CLI examples before PowerShell examples to prioritize cross-platform usage.
  • Explicitly mention that Azure CLI commands work natively on Linux and macOS, and provide installation links for those platforms.
  • Add Linux shell script examples for common automation scenarios (e.g., using bash for looping over endpoints or jobs).
  • Where PowerShell is referenced, clarify that it is available cross-platform, but highlight CLI as the preferred choice for Linux users.
  • Include troubleshooting and validation steps using Linux-native tools (e.g., using 'awscli' and 'azcopy' for validation).
  • Add a section or note on running migrations and monitoring from Linux environments, including best practices for Linux users.
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Scan History

Date Scan Status Result
2026-01-14 00:00 #250 in_progress Clean Clean
2026-01-13 00:00 #246 completed Clean Clean
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
2025-08-19 00:01 #85 completed Clean Clean
2025-07-13 21:37 #48 completed Biased Biased
2025-07-12 23:44 #41 cancelled Biased Biased

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