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
powershell_heavy
windows_first
windows_tools
Summary
The documentation demonstrates a notable Windows bias, especially in the Azure CLI and PowerShell sections. Windows PowerShell is referenced as the default shell for CLI usage, and all CLI and PowerShell code samples use Windows-style prompts and paths (e.g., PS C:\Windows>). Installation instructions and examples for Azure CLI and PowerShell modules are Windows-centric, with explicit references to MSI installers and Windows PowerShell versions. There is no mention of Linux/macOS equivalents, nor are Bash or non-Windows terminal examples provided, despite Azure CLI and Cloud Shell supporting Bash. This may create friction for Linux/macOS users, who must adapt instructions and commands for their environments.
Recommendations
  • Provide explicit instructions and examples for Linux/macOS users, including Bash terminal usage and installation steps (e.g., apt, yum, Homebrew).
  • Show CLI examples using generic shell prompts ($) or Bash, not just Windows PowerShell (PS C:\Windows>).
  • Mention and demonstrate the use of Azure CLI in Bash (locally and in Cloud Shell), including sample commands and outputs.
  • Clarify that Azure CLI and PowerShell modules are cross-platform, and link to platform-specific installation guides.
  • Avoid language that implies Windows is the default or preferred platform for CLI usage.
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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
2025-09-09 00:00 #106 completed Clean Clean
2025-08-09 00:00 #75 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

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