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Backup Support Matrix
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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
Bias Types:
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windows_first
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missing_linux_example
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windows_tools
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powershell_heavy
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates a Windows bias by prioritizing Windows backup scenarios, tools, and features. Windows-specific tools (MARS agent, DPM, MABS) are discussed in detail, with Linux support often described as 'not supported' or limited to VM-level backups. Linux backup options are less comprehensive, and Linux examples or parity features are missing or require custom scripting, while Windows scenarios are described as default or primary. Tables and feature lists frequently mention Windows first, and some features (like direct on-premises backup) are only available for Windows.
Recommendations:
- Provide Linux-specific backup examples and scenarios alongside Windows examples, especially for on-premises and VM backups.
- Clearly indicate Linux support status in all relevant tables, not just as 'not supported', but with guidance or alternatives where possible.
- Where Windows tools (MARS, DPM, MABS) are mentioned, include Linux equivalents or explain the lack thereof and suggest best practices for Linux users.
- Avoid listing Windows scenarios/features first by default; alternate order or group by OS for parity.
- Expand documentation on using custom scripts for Linux app-consistent backups, including links to sample scripts and best practices.
- Highlight any roadmap or ongoing work to improve Linux backup support, if applicable, to set expectations for parity.
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