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
Summary
The documentation provides both Azure CLI and Azure PowerShell examples for deploying and managing resources, but PowerShell is presented as a first-class option alongside CLI, which may indicate a Windows bias. PowerShell is a Windows-centric tool, and its inclusion and prominence (equal tabbing, explicit mention) can be seen as favoring Windows users. There are no Linux-specific shell examples (e.g., Bash), nor is there mention of Linux-native tools or workflows. The documentation does not clarify that Azure CLI is cross-platform, nor does it provide guidance for Linux users regarding PowerShell's availability or alternatives.
Recommendations
  • Clarify that Azure CLI is cross-platform and works natively on Linux and macOS.
  • Add explicit Bash shell examples where appropriate, especially for resource deployment and management.
  • Note that Azure PowerShell is available on Linux and macOS via PowerShell Core, but CLI is generally preferred for Linux users.
  • Consider reordering examples to present CLI/Bash first, then PowerShell, to avoid implicit Windows-first bias.
  • Add a brief section or tip for Linux users about installing and using Azure CLI and PowerShell Core.
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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
2025-08-17 00:01 #83 cancelled 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

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