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
missing_linux_example
Summary
The documentation page exhibits mild Windows bias, primarily in the example given for estimating VM costs in the Azure portal, which specifically references a Windows VM and includes a screenshot labeled 'A1 Windows VM.' There are no equivalent Linux VM examples or screenshots. Additionally, Windows is mentioned first when discussing VM sizing and cost estimation, and Linux is only referenced later in a pricing FAQ link. No PowerShell-specific instructions or Windows-only tools are present, but the lack of Linux parity in examples and ordering suggests a subtle preference for Windows scenarios.
Recommendations
  • Add parallel examples and screenshots for Linux VMs when demonstrating cost estimation in the Azure portal.
  • When mentioning VM sizing or cost estimation, refer to both Windows and Linux VMs equally, or alternate the order to avoid implicit prioritization.
  • Ensure that any feature or scenario described for Windows VMs is also explicitly described for Linux VMs, including links to relevant documentation.
  • Review other sections for similar bias and provide Linux-specific guidance or examples where appropriate.
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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
2025-08-26 00:00 #92 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-07-26 00:01 #61 completed Clean Clean
2025-07-13 21:37 #48 completed Clean Clean