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Summary
The documentation is heavily oriented towards Windows environments, specifically SQL Server on Windows VMs. All directory paths in examples use Windows-style paths (e.g., C:\SQLfiles\Default.ldf), and there is no mention of Linux-based SQL Server VMs or examples relevant to Linux. The documentation assumes the use of Windows containers and file systems, and does not provide parity or guidance for Linux users.
Recommendations
  • Include explicit guidance and examples for restoring SQL Server databases on Linux-based Azure VMs, if supported.
  • When showing directory paths or file system operations, provide both Windows and Linux path examples (e.g., C:\SQLfiles\Default.ldf and /var/opt/mssql/data/Default.ldf).
  • Clarify in the prerequisites and introduction whether the procedure applies only to Windows-based SQL Server VMs or if Linux is supported.
  • If Linux is not supported, state this clearly at the beginning of the documentation.
  • If Linux is supported, add Linux-specific REST API request body examples, including appropriate file paths and container naming conventions.
  • Mention any differences in restore behavior or requirements between Windows and Linux SQL Server VMs.
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