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Migrate Replication Appliance
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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
Summary:
The documentation for the Azure Migrate replication appliance demonstrates a strong Windows bias. The appliance is described as running exclusively on Windows Server (2016 or 2012 R2), with no mention of Linux support or examples. All instructions, requirements, and file paths (e.g., C:\Temp\ASRSetup) are Windows-specific. Windows tools and settings (such as Group Policies, IIS, .NET Framework, and Windows Server roles) are referenced exclusively, and there are no Linux equivalents or guidance for Linux-based deployments. MySQL installation instructions are tailored to Windows (MSI installer, Windows file paths).
Recommendations:
- Explicitly state whether Linux-based replication appliances are supported or not. If not, clarify this early in the documentation.
- If Linux support is available or planned, provide equivalent instructions, requirements, and examples for Linux deployments (e.g., supported distributions, package installation commands, file paths, service management).
- For MySQL installation, include Linux installation steps (e.g., using apt, yum, or other package managers) and Linux file paths.
- Reference Linux equivalents for configuration (e.g., SELinux/AppArmor, systemd services, firewall configuration) where Windows-specific settings are discussed.
- Where only Windows is supported, provide a rationale for the lack of Linux support and suggest alternatives for Linux users if possible.
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