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
Summary
The documentation demonstrates a subtle Windows bias by linking to Windows-specific instructions for creating a system-assigned managed identity (specifically, a portal guide for Windows VMs) without mentioning or linking to Linux VM equivalents. No explicit PowerShell or Windows-only tooling is shown, and most code samples are Java and platform-agnostic, but the initial reference to Windows VM setup may disadvantage Linux users.
Recommendations
  • When referencing identity creation (e.g., system-assigned managed identity), provide links to both Windows and Linux VM setup guides, or use a platform-neutral entry point.
  • Explicitly mention that the instructions apply to both Windows and Linux environments where possible, or clarify any platform-specific steps.
  • If linking to a portal-based guide, ensure it covers both Windows and Linux VMs, or provide parallel links for each.
  • Audit other identity and authentication documentation references to ensure Linux parity.
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Scan History

Date Scan Status Result
2026-01-14 00:00 #250 in_progress Clean Clean
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
2025-08-17 00:01 #83 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-07-13 21:37 #48 completed Clean Clean
2025-07-12 23:44 #41 cancelled Biased Biased

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