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 for Microsoft Azure Recovery Services (MARS) agent demonstrates a strong Windows bias. All restore options and examples are focused exclusively on Windows environments, referencing Windows Server System State, PowerShell for automation, and Windows-specific tools like robocopy. There is no mention of Linux support, equivalent Linux tools, or cross-platform usage patterns. The prerequisites and instructions assume the user is operating in a Windows context, and there are no examples or guidance for Linux users.
Recommendations
  • Clarify platform support: Explicitly state whether the MARS agent is Windows-only or if Linux is supported, and provide guidance for Linux users if applicable.
  • Add Linux examples: If Linux is supported, include equivalent restore instructions and examples using Linux tools (e.g., rsync, cp) and shell commands.
  • Mention Linux limitations: If the agent does not support Linux, add a note to inform users and suggest alternative Azure backup solutions for Linux workloads.
  • Balance tool references: When recommending tools like robocopy or PowerShell, provide Linux alternatives or note their Windows specificity.
  • Reorganize content: Avoid always listing Windows options first; if cross-platform, alternate or group by OS for parity.
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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
2026-01-12 00:00 #243 cancelled 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
2025-08-19 00:01 #85 completed Biased Biased
2025-07-19 13:51 #54 completed Clean Clean
2025-07-13 21:37 #48 completed Clean Clean
2025-07-09 13:09 #3 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-07-08 04:23 #2 cancelled Biased Biased