Detected Bias Types
Windows First
Powershell Heavy
Missing Linux Example
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Windows Tools
Summary
The documentation page for Azure VMware Solution known issues demonstrates a Windows bias in several ways. Remediation steps frequently reference PowerShell cmdlets (e.g., Set-vSANCompressDedupe, Set-Tools-Repo) without mentioning Linux or cross-platform alternatives. The use of 'Run command' and cmdlet terminology is specific to Windows/PowerShell, and no Bash, shell, or Linux-native instructions are provided. Additionally, some issues (e.g., VMware Tools for Windows) are called out specifically for Windows, with no mention of Linux guest remediation steps or parity. The documentation assumes familiarity with Windows tooling and does not offer Linux-first or cross-platform guidance.
Recommendations
- Provide equivalent Linux/Bash command examples alongside PowerShell cmdlets for all remediation steps.
- Clarify whether 'Run command' functionality is available from Linux hosts or via REST API, and document cross-platform usage.
- For issues referencing VMware Tools, specify remediation steps for both Windows and Linux guests, including package names and update procedures.
- Avoid using Windows-specific terminology (e.g., 'cmdlet') without explaining or providing alternatives for non-Windows users.
- Where possible, link to VMware or Azure documentation that covers Linux workflows for common operations (e.g., enabling vSAN features, updating VMware Tools).
- Review and update all examples and instructions to ensure Linux administrators can follow remediation steps without needing Windows or PowerShell.