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Data Box File Acls Preservation
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
windows_tools
missing_linux_example
Summary
The documentation page demonstrates a Windows bias by consistently referencing Windows-specific concepts (NT ACLs, SeBackupPrivilege, Administrator/SYSTEM accounts), providing more detail for Windows scenarios, and omitting concrete Linux copy tool examples. Linux users are told only Windows NT ACLs are transferred, but no guidance is given on how to use Linux tools or what limitations exist. Windows terminology and privileges are explained, while Linux equivalents are not discussed.
Recommendations
- Add explicit Linux copy tool examples (e.g., smbclient, rsync, cp) and clarify their behavior regarding ACLs, attributes, and timestamps.
- Discuss Linux-specific ACL types (POSIX ACLs) and clarify their mapping (or lack thereof) to Azure Files.
- Provide guidance for Linux users on how to maximize metadata preservation, including any required mount options or tool flags.
- Balance explanations of Windows and Linux privilege requirements, including what Linux users need to ensure for successful metadata transfer.
- Clearly state limitations for Linux users and offer workarounds or alternatives where possible.
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| 2026-01-06 18:15 | #225 | cancelled |
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| 2025-07-08 04:23 | #2 | cancelled |
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