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 demonstrates a Windows bias in several ways: Windows operating systems are listed before Linux in all support matrices, and Windows-specific requirements (such as SSU/SHA-2 updates) are described in detail. Azure PowerShell is repeatedly referenced as the main automation tool, with no mention of Linux-native alternatives (e.g., Bash, shell scripts). The Azure CLI is explicitly marked as 'Not currently supported' for deployment, but no Linux-friendly workaround or example is provided. Disk exclusion and other advanced features are described with PowerShell or portal instructions, omitting Linux command-line or automation examples. Windows-specific features (like Azure Disk Encryption for Windows OS) are described before Linux equivalents.
Recommendations
  • Provide Linux-first and Linux-parity examples for all automation and deployment scenarios, including shell scripts or guidance for Linux users.
  • Add explicit instructions or workarounds for Linux users where Azure CLI is not supported, such as REST API usage from Bash.
  • List Linux operating systems before or alongside Windows in support matrices to avoid implicit prioritization.
  • Include Linux-native tools and patterns (e.g., Bash, Ansible, cloud-init) in documentation for features currently described only with PowerShell.
  • Where Windows-specific requirements are detailed (e.g., SSU/SHA-2), provide equivalent troubleshooting or update guidance for Linux distributions.
  • Ensure that advanced configuration examples (like disk exclusion) are available for Linux users, not just via PowerShell or portal.
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Scan History

Date Scan Status Result
2026-01-14 00:00 #250 in_progress Biased Biased
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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
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2025-07-12 23:44 #41 cancelled Clean Clean