Cost Management Billing
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Cost Management Billing
Quickstart - Create a budget with an Azure Resource Manager template
...nagement-billing/costs/quick-create-budget-template.md
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Detected Bias Types
Windows First
Powershell Heavy
Windows Tools
Summary
The documentation page demonstrates mild Windows bias. While it does mention cross-platform tools like Azure CLI and REST API, it consistently lists Azure PowerShell and Windows-centric deployment patterns (such as the Azure portal) before CLI or Linux-native methods. PowerShell examples are provided alongside CLI, but references to deployment guides point to PowerShell documentation first. There are no Linux-specific instructions, screenshots, or troubleshooting notes, and the workflow assumes familiarity with Windows tools and the Azure portal.
Recommendations
- Ensure CLI examples are presented before or alongside PowerShell examples, especially in deployment and validation sections.
- Link to both PowerShell and CLI deployment guides, or provide a neutral 'Deploy templates' reference that covers all platforms equally.
- Include explicit notes or screenshots for Linux/macOS users, especially for command-line steps and environment setup.
- Clarify that Azure CLI is cross-platform and provide troubleshooting tips for Linux/macOS users where relevant.
- Avoid referring to PowerShell or Windows tools as the default or primary method.
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Cost Management Billing
Optimize your cloud investment with Cost Management
...st-management-billing/costs/cost-mgt-best-practices.md
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Detected Bias Types
Windows Tools
Summary
The documentation page is generally platform-neutral and focuses on Azure Cost Management concepts and APIs. However, there is a notable mention of the 'Azure Hybrid Benefit' program, which specifically references Windows Server and SQL Server licenses. This highlights Windows-centric cost-saving options, while no equivalent Linux-specific cost-saving programs are mentioned. No command-line examples, automation scripts, or tooling references (such as PowerShell or Bash) are present, and the APIs described are accessible from any platform.
Recommendations
- Add information about cost-saving programs or licensing benefits for Linux workloads, if available (e.g., reserved instances for Linux VMs, open-source database discounts).
- Explicitly mention that all APIs and tools described (Exports API, Cost Details API, Query API, etc.) are accessible from Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
- If automation examples are added in future revisions, ensure parity by providing both PowerShell (Windows) and Bash (Linux/macOS) examples.
- Highlight any Azure features or best practices that are particularly relevant for Linux-based workloads (e.g., cost optimization for open-source stacks).
Cost Management Billing
Programmatically create MCA subscriptions across tenants
...bscription-microsoft-customer-agreement-across-tenants.md
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Windows First
Summary
The documentation provides both Azure CLI and Azure PowerShell examples for obtaining the service principal ID, with the Azure CLI (cross-platform) example shown first. No other platform-specific tools or shell commands are used elsewhere; all other steps use REST API calls, which are platform-agnostic. There are no Windows-only tools, PowerShell-heavy sections, or missing Linux/macOS equivalents.
Recommendations
- Maintain the current order of examples, with Azure CLI (cross-platform) shown before PowerShell.
- Explicitly state that all REST API and Azure CLI commands work on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
- If possible, add Bash/cURL examples for REST API calls to further reinforce cross-platform usability.
- Clarify that Azure PowerShell is available cross-platform, but CLI is generally more familiar to Linux/macOS users.
Cost Management Billing
Azure product transfer hub
...ost-management-billing/manage/subscription-transfer.md
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Detected Bias Types
Windows Tools
Powershell Heavy
Windows First
Summary
The documentation page demonstrates a mild Windows bias. References to PowerShell and Windows-centric tools (e.g., Azure portal, context information saved in PowerShell) are present, and instructions for managing secrets and access control are described using the Azure portal, which is most commonly used on Windows. There are no explicit Linux/macOS command-line examples, nor are CLI alternatives (such as Azure CLI) mentioned for key tasks. However, most instructions are portal-based and not strictly Windows-only, and there are no critical sections that require Windows or PowerShell exclusively.
Recommendations
- Add Azure CLI examples alongside PowerShell references, especially for tasks like clearing context information or managing role assignments.
- Explicitly mention that the Azure portal is cross-platform and can be accessed from any modern browser on Linux/macOS.
- Where management certificates or access keys are discussed, provide links or examples for Linux/macOS workflows (e.g., using OpenSSL, Azure CLI).
- Ensure that any references to PowerShell are accompanied by equivalent Azure CLI commands.
- Clarify that all administrative tasks can be performed on Linux/macOS unless otherwise noted.
Cost Management Billing
Buy an Azure reservation
...gement-billing/reservations/prepare-buy-reservation.md
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Windows First
Powershell Heavy
Summary
The documentation mentions Azure PowerShell before Azure CLI in the 'Next steps' section and references PowerShell as a primary automation method. While both PowerShell and CLI are listed, PowerShell is presented first, which may subtly prioritize Windows workflows. No explicit Windows-only tools or examples are present, and Linux/macOS users can complete all described tasks using the CLI or portal.
Recommendations
- List Azure CLI before PowerShell in automation sections to reflect cross-platform parity.
- Explicitly state that both PowerShell and CLI are cross-platform and provide links to installation guides for each.
- Add example commands for both PowerShell and CLI when demonstrating automation steps.
- Avoid language that implies PowerShell is the default or preferred method.
Cost Management Billing
Plan to manage Azure costs
...ost-management-billing/understand/plan-manage-costs.md
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Detected Bias Types
Windows First
Windows Example
Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation page exhibits mild Windows bias, most notably in the example for estimating VM costs in the Azure portal, which specifically references a Windows VM and provides a screenshot of an 'A1 Windows VM.' There are no equivalent examples or screenshots for Linux VMs in this section. While links to both Linux and Windows VM pricing are provided in the auto-shutdown section, the primary example and visual focus remain on Windows. No PowerShell or Windows-only tools are mentioned, and most instructions are platform-neutral, but the choice of examples may subtly signal a Windows-centric approach.
Recommendations
- Provide parallel examples and screenshots for Linux VMs when demonstrating cost estimation in the Azure portal.
- Ensure that examples and visuals alternate between Windows and Linux resources, or use generic VM types where possible.
- Explicitly mention that all features and cost management tools apply equally to Linux and Windows VMs.
- Add a note clarifying that the Azure portal experience is identical for Linux VM cost estimation.
Cost Management Billing
View and download Azure usage and charges
...ement-billing/understand/download-azure-daily-usage.md
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Detected Bias Types
Windows First
Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation page primarily describes how to view and download Azure usage and charges using the Azure portal, which is a web-based interface and thus cross-platform. However, there is a subtle Windows bias: all screenshots and navigation instructions are based on the Azure portal UI, which may look different on different operating systems but is generally accessible. The CLI section uses Azure CLI commands, which are cross-platform, but there are no explicit Linux/macOS-specific instructions or examples (e.g., shell scripting, file paths, or download methods). There are no PowerShell-only examples or references to Windows-specific tools, but the absence of Linux/macOS-specific guidance or parity in examples could create minor friction for non-Windows users.
Recommendations
- Add explicit notes confirming that the Azure portal and Azure CLI are fully supported on Linux and macOS.
- Include example CLI commands for Linux/macOS environments, such as using curl, wget, or shell scripting to download files from Azure Storage.
- Provide guidance on installing and using Azure CLI on Linux/macOS, or link to relevant installation docs.
- Mention any differences in file handling or navigation for Linux/macOS users, if applicable.
Cost Management Billing
View and download Azure usage and charges
...ement-billing/understand/download-azure-daily-usage.md
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Detected Bias Types
Windows First
Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation primarily describes how to view and download Azure usage and charges via the Azure portal, which is web-based and cross-platform. However, there is a subtle Windows bias in the ordering and presentation: all screenshots and step-by-step instructions reference the Azure portal UI, which is most commonly accessed from Windows environments, and there is no mention of Linux/macOS-specific considerations or alternative tools. The only command-line example provided uses Azure CLI, which is cross-platform, but there are no explicit Linux/macOS shell examples (e.g., bash, curl, etc.), nor are there any notes about platform-specific differences or issues. There is no evidence of PowerShell-heavy or Windows-only tools, but the documentation does not actively ensure Linux parity in its examples.
Recommendations
- Add explicit notes confirming that all portal instructions apply equally to Linux/macOS users.
- Include at least one example of downloading usage data using bash/curl or other Linux-native tools, especially for the Azure CLI section.
- If there are platform-specific considerations (e.g., file formats, browser compatibility), mention them.
- Provide screenshots or instructions for accessing the Azure portal from Linux/macOS browsers, if relevant.
Cost Management Billing
Troubleshoot common Cost Management errors
...anagement-billing/costs/cost-management-error-codes.md
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Detected Bias Types
Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation page does not display overt Windows bias, such as Windows/Powershell-specific examples or tools. However, it lacks any platform-specific troubleshooting steps or examples, and does not mention Linux or cross-platform command-line tools. All references are to Azure portal, REST APIs, and Power BI, which are either platform-agnostic or Windows-centric (Power BI). There are no Linux-specific instructions, CLI examples, or parity notes.
Recommendations
- Add troubleshooting steps using Azure CLI (cross-platform) where relevant, especially for API interactions.
- Include examples for common errors using Bash scripts or Linux shell commands, where applicable.
- Mention platform parity for tools like Power BI, or suggest alternatives for Linux users (e.g., using Python with pandas for data analysis).
- Explicitly state that all mitigation steps apply equally to Windows, Linux, and macOS unless otherwise noted.
- Provide links to documentation for using Azure Cost Management APIs from Linux environments.
Cost Management Billing
Troubleshoot common Cost Management errors
...anagement-billing/costs/cost-management-error-codes.md
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Detected Bias Types
Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation page does not exhibit explicit Windows bias, as it avoids platform-specific instructions or examples. However, it does show a lack of Linux parity by omitting any OS-specific troubleshooting steps, command-line examples, or tool references for either Windows or Linux. The only tool mentioned is Power BI, which is cross-platform but more commonly associated with Windows environments. There are no references to Powershell, Windows tools, or Windows-first patterns, but also no Linux equivalents or examples.
Recommendations
- Add troubleshooting examples using both Windows and Linux command-line tools (e.g., Powershell and Bash) for relevant API calls.
- Include instructions for using cross-platform tools (such as Azure CLI) on both Windows and Linux.
- Where Power BI is mentioned, note alternative data analysis tools available on Linux (such as Jupyter Notebooks or Python scripts).
- Explicitly state that the guidance applies to all supported platforms, and provide links to platform-specific setup or troubleshooting guides if available.
Cost Management Billing
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/cost-management-billing/costs/cost-management-error-codes.md
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Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation page does not show explicit Windows bias in terms of examples, tools, or patterns. However, it lacks any platform-specific troubleshooting steps, and does not provide examples or guidance for Linux or cross-platform command-line usage. The only tool mentioned is Power BI, which is available on Windows and web, but no Linux-specific alternatives or CLI examples are given. All troubleshooting is described in terms of Azure portal and API usage, with no mention of Powershell, Windows tools, or Linux equivalents.
Recommendations
- Add troubleshooting steps or examples using Azure CLI, which is cross-platform and commonly used on Linux.
- Where Power BI is mentioned, note Linux-compatible alternatives or clarify web access.
- Explicitly mention that the APIs and portal are accessible from any OS, and provide sample commands for both Windows (Powershell) and Linux (Bash/Azure CLI) where relevant.
- Include links or references to platform-agnostic tools and documentation.
Cost Management Billing
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/cost-management-billing/costs/cost-management-error-codes.md
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Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation does not display overt Windows bias, such as Windows-first ordering, PowerShell-heavy examples, or exclusive mention of Windows tools. However, it lacks platform-specific troubleshooting examples or guidance for Linux users, and does not mention command-line tools or patterns relevant to Linux environments. The only tool referenced is Power BI, which is available on Windows and web, but no Linux alternatives or CLI-based workflows are discussed.
Recommendations
- Include troubleshooting steps or examples using Azure CLI, which is cross-platform and commonly used on Linux.
- Mention platform-agnostic tools and workflows (e.g., REST API usage via curl or other Linux-native tools).
- Add explicit notes or examples for Linux users where portal or Power BI steps are described, such as using Azure CLI or scripting.
- Ensure parity by referencing both Windows and Linux environments when discussing error mitigation, especially for automation or scripting scenarios.
Cost Management Billing
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/cost-management-billing/costs/cost-analysis-common-uses.md
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Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation page exclusively describes cost analysis tasks using the Azure portal UI, with all navigation and examples tailored to the web interface. There are no command-line examples, scripts, or references to platform-specific tools (such as PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Bash). However, the absence of any CLI examples means that Linux users (who may prefer Azure CLI or Bash) are not served, while Windows users (who may prefer PowerShell) are also not directly addressed. The lack of parity is most evident in the omission of Azure CLI/Bash examples, which are commonly used in Linux environments.
Recommendations
- Add Azure CLI examples for each major cost analysis task, showing equivalent commands for Linux/macOS users.
- Where relevant, provide PowerShell examples for Windows users, but ensure Azure CLI/Bash examples are always present and given equal prominence.
- Explicitly mention that all tasks can be performed via the Azure CLI or REST API, and link to relevant cross-platform documentation.
- Include notes or callouts highlighting any differences in experience or capabilities between the portal, CLI, and PowerShell.
- Consider adding a 'Command-line alternatives' section for each scenario, with both Azure CLI and PowerShell scripts.
Cost Management Billing
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/cost-management-billing/manage/avoid-unused-subscriptions.md
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Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation page does not provide any platform-specific examples or instructions, but it references only the Azure portal and support request process without mentioning command-line alternatives such as Azure CLI, PowerShell, or Bash. This omission may disadvantage Linux users who prefer or require CLI-based workflows, as no Linux-friendly (or cross-platform) instructions are provided.
Recommendations
- Include instructions for unblocking subscriptions using Azure CLI, which is cross-platform and widely used on Linux.
- If PowerShell examples are relevant, ensure equivalent Azure CLI or Bash examples are provided.
- Mention that the Azure portal is accessible from any modern browser, including those on Linux, to clarify platform neutrality.
- Provide links to documentation for both GUI and CLI-based support request creation, ensuring Linux users have clear guidance.
Cost Management Billing
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/cost-management-billing/manage/create-subscription.md
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Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation page exclusively describes how to create a Microsoft Customer Agreement subscription using the Azure portal UI, with no mention of command-line tools or platform-specific instructions. There are no examples or references to Windows-specific tools (such as PowerShell), nor are there any Linux-specific examples (such as Azure CLI commands). However, the absence of any command-line examples at all means Linux users do not see parity with Windows users who might expect PowerShell guidance. This constitutes a 'missing_linux_example' bias, as Linux users are not shown how to perform these actions outside the portal.
Recommendations
- Add examples for creating subscriptions using Azure CLI, which is cross-platform and commonly used on Linux.
- If relevant, provide PowerShell examples alongside Azure CLI, but ensure Azure CLI appears first or is given equal prominence.
- Explicitly mention that the Azure portal is platform-agnostic, but provide links or sections for users who prefer automation or command-line approaches.
- Include a table or section comparing different methods (Portal, Azure CLI, PowerShell, REST API) for creating subscriptions, with links to relevant documentation.