High Performance Computing

24
Total Pages
13
Linux-Friendly Pages
11
Pages with Bias
45.8%
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Pages with Bias Issues (20)

https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-3-storage.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-13 21:37 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows First Windows Tools Missing Linux Example
Summary:
The documentation demonstrates a moderate Windows bias. Azure-specific tools and patterns (such as Azure AD, RBAC, and SMB/NTLMSSP) are emphasized, and Windows-centric protocols (SMB) and tools (AzCopy) are mentioned before or more prominently than their Linux equivalents. While Linux/NFS examples are present, there is a lack of parity in command-line examples for Linux tools (e.g., rsync is only briefly mentioned in best practices, not in detailed steps or examples), and Windows/SMB mounting is described in more detail. There are no PowerShell-specific examples, but the overall focus is on Azure-native and Windows-friendly approaches.
Recommendations:
  • Provide Linux-native command-line examples (e.g., rsync, scp, or Linux AzCopy usage) alongside or before Windows/Azure tools.
  • When describing mounting procedures, offer both Linux and Windows client instructions (e.g., show how to mount Azure Files on Windows using PowerShell or 'net use', and on Linux using 'mount -t cifs').
  • Include explicit Linux authentication and access control guidance (e.g., using Linux PAM, Kerberos, or LDAP with Azure AD integration) to balance the focus on Azure AD/RBAC.
  • Mention open-source or cross-platform alternatives to Azure Data Factory and AzCopy, such as Apache NiFi, rclone, or native Linux scripting.
  • Ensure that Linux/NFS and Windows/SMB examples are given equal prominence and detail in all setup and deployment sections.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-2-job-scheduler.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows Missing Linux First Missing Windows Example
Summary:
The documentation demonstrates a Linux-first bias, as all job scheduler examples (Slurm commands, shell scripts) are provided exclusively in Bash and for Linux environments. There are no Windows or PowerShell examples, nor is there mention of Windows-native HPC schedulers or Windows-specific deployment patterns. The documentation assumes a Linux-based workflow throughout.
Recommendations:
  • Add equivalent PowerShell examples for deploying and configuring job schedulers via CycleCloud on Windows nodes.
  • Include examples of job submission using Windows-native tools or demonstrate how to submit jobs from a Windows environment (e.g., using PowerShell or Windows Subsystem for Linux).
  • Mention whether CycleCloud and the supported schedulers (Slurm, PBSPro, etc.) can be deployed on Windows compute nodes, and if not, clarify this limitation.
  • If Windows-based HPC schedulers (such as Microsoft HPC Pack) are supported, provide guidance or references for their configuration and migration.
  • Explicitly state OS compatibility for each scheduler and provide parity in examples for both Linux and Windows where possible.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-1-resource-group.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Missing Linux Example
Summary:
The documentation provides only Azure Portal (GUI) instructions for resource group configuration and does not include any command-line examples. There are no references to Windows-specific tools or PowerShell, but the absence of CLI examples (such as Azure CLI or Bash) means Linux users are not directly supported. This omission can be considered a subtle bias, as many HPC and Linux users prefer or require command-line instructions.
Recommendations:
  • Add Azure CLI examples for all resource group operations (e.g., creating a resource group, adding resources, tagging).
  • Include both Windows PowerShell and Bash/Azure CLI command-line examples to ensure parity.
  • Explicitly mention that resource group management can be performed via command-line tools on both Windows and Linux.
  • Provide links to cross-platform command-line documentation in the Resources section.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-1-networking.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Missing Linux Example Windows Tools Windows First
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates bias by focusing exclusively on Azure-native tools (such as Bastion and VPN Gateway) that are commonly accessed via the Azure Portal or Windows-centric workflows. There are no examples or mentions of Linux command-line tools (e.g., SSH, scp, Linux VPN clients), nor are there any Linux-specific configuration steps or considerations. The example steps for setup and deployment assume use of the Azure Portal and Bastion, which are more familiar to Windows administrators, and do not provide parity for Linux users or CLI-based workflows.
Recommendations:
  • Include example steps for connecting to VMs using SSH from a Linux or macOS terminal, not just via Bastion or the Azure Portal.
  • Mention and provide examples of using Azure CLI and/or PowerShell for network configuration, ensuring both Windows and Linux command-line workflows are covered.
  • Reference Linux-native VPN clients and tools for connecting to Azure VPN Gateway, such as strongSwan or OpenVPN.
  • Add a section or callout for Linux administrators, highlighting any differences or best practices for Linux-based HPC environments.
  • Ensure all example commands and screenshots are cross-platform or provide both Windows and Linux variants.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-2-overview.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows Tools Windows First Missing Linux Example
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates a subtle Windows bias by prioritizing Windows-centric technologies (such as Active Directory) and Azure-specific tools for identity and node health checks, without providing equivalent Linux-native alternatives or examples. There is a lack of explicit Linux-focused tools, patterns, or examples, especially in areas like identity management and monitoring, which are critical in HPC environments that often run on Linux.
Recommendations:
  • For identity management, mention and provide examples for Linux-native solutions such as FreeIPA, OpenLDAP, or SSSD, and discuss their integration with cloud environments.
  • In the monitoring and node health check sections, include references to widely-used Linux tools (e.g., Nagios, Prometheus, Ganglia, collectd) and how they can be adapted for cloud-based HPC clusters.
  • When discussing quick start setups, provide both Windows/Azure-centric and Linux-native workflows or scripts, ensuring parity in guidance.
  • Explicitly mention and provide examples for Linux-based job schedulers and their cloud migration (e.g., Slurm on Azure or other clouds), including any differences in setup or automation.
  • Balance references to Azure-specific tools (like Bicep) with cross-platform or Linux-preferred automation tools (such as Terraform, Ansible, or shell scripting).
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-2-identity.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows Tools Missing Linux Example Windows First
Summary:
The documentation page exclusively references Windows-centric identity management tools such as Active Directory Domain Services and Microsoft Entra ID. There are no mentions or examples of Linux-native or cross-platform identity management solutions (e.g., LDAP, FreeIPA, or SSSD). All examples and resource links focus on Windows tools, with no parity for Linux environments.
Recommendations:
  • Include Linux-native identity management solutions such as LDAP, FreeIPA, or SSSD as alternatives or complements to Active Directory.
  • Provide example setups and configuration steps for Linux-based HPC clusters, not just those using Active Directory.
  • Add resource links to documentation for Linux identity management tools and integration guides.
  • Present both Windows and Linux options in parallel, rather than focusing exclusively on Windows tools.
  • If possible, include a comparison table of identity management options for both Windows and Linux environments.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-3-overview.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Missing Linux Example Windows First
Summary:
The documentation page discusses storage migration in an HPC cloud context but does not provide any explicit examples or tool references for Linux environments. While it mentions protocols like NFS and SMB (which are cross-platform), it lacks concrete Linux-oriented guidance, examples, or tool recommendations. The mention of Bicep (an Azure-specific tool) and the absence of Linux-native automation or migration tools (like rsync, scp, or Linux CLI examples) suggest a subtle Windows/Azure-first bias.
Recommendations:
  • Include explicit Linux command-line examples for common migration tasks (e.g., using rsync, scp, or Linux shell scripts).
  • Mention Linux-native tools and automation frameworks (such as Ansible, bash scripting, or Linux cron jobs) alongside Azure/Bicep/Terraform.
  • Provide parity in examples by showing both Windows (PowerShell, SMB) and Linux (bash, NFS, rsync) approaches for storage setup and migration.
  • Reference Linux best practices for storage management and migration in HPC environments.
  • Ensure that any Azure-specific tooling is contextualized with equivalent open-source or Linux-native alternatives where possible.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-2-monitor.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows First Missing Linux Example Windows Tools
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates a Windows/Azure-centric bias by exclusively focusing on Azure-native tools and workflows, with all examples and instructions tailored to the Azure portal and Azure CLI. There is no mention of Linux-native monitoring tools (such as collectd, sysstat, or native Prometheus deployments), nor are there examples for on-premises Linux environments or cross-platform CLI alternatives. The only script example is a Bash script using the Azure CLI, but it is still Azure-specific. There are no references to Powershell, but the overall approach assumes Azure as the primary platform, which may not address the needs of Linux/HPC administrators seeking parity with traditional Linux monitoring stacks.
Recommendations:
  • Include examples of integrating traditional Linux monitoring tools (e.g., collectd, sysstat, Nagios, Ganglia) with Azure Monitor or Grafana.
  • Provide alternative setup instructions for environments where Azure CLI is not available, such as using native Linux tools or open-source Prometheus/Grafana deployments.
  • Add explicit Linux-native monitoring workflow examples, such as configuring node exporters, using systemd service checks, or leveraging SSH-based health checks.
  • Mention and compare Azure-native tools with their Linux/open-source equivalents, and provide guidance for migrating or integrating existing Linux monitoring setups.
  • Clarify that while Azure tools are recommended, the guidance can be adapted for hybrid or non-Azure Linux environments.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-1-storage.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Missing Linux Example Windows First
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates a bias towards Windows by only providing instructions and examples using the Azure Portal GUI, which is more commonly associated with Windows workflows. There are no command-line examples (such as Azure CLI or PowerShell), and notably, there are no Linux-specific tools, commands, or workflows mentioned. The absence of Linux CLI examples or references to Linux-native tools may make it less accessible for Linux users or those who prefer automation and scripting.
Recommendations:
  • Add Azure CLI examples for each step, as the CLI is cross-platform and widely used on Linux.
  • Include sample scripts or commands for storage account creation, access control, and encryption verification using both Azure CLI and PowerShell, clearly labeling each.
  • Mention and link to relevant Linux tools or workflows (e.g., azcopy for Linux, mounting Azure Files on Linux).
  • Ensure that any GUI instructions are supplemented with equivalent command-line instructions to support automation and Linux-first workflows.
  • Explicitly state that all steps can be performed from Linux, macOS, or Windows, and provide guidance for each where appropriate.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/performance-benchmarking/high-performance-computing-performance-benchmarking-applications.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows First
Summary:
The documentation page lists both Windows and Linux resources in the 'Related resources' section, but 'Run a Windows VM on Azure' is mentioned before 'Run a Linux VM on Azure'. There are no explicit examples, tools, or patterns that are Windows-specific in the main content, but the ordering in the related links suggests a subtle Windows-first bias.
Recommendations:
  • List Linux and Windows resources in a neutral or alternating order, or group them together under a common heading to avoid implying priority.
  • Where possible, provide explicit examples or guidance for both Windows and Linux environments in the main content, especially if future updates add command-line or tool-specific instructions.
  • Review linked articles to ensure parity in depth and quality of Linux and Windows guidance.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-overview.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Missing Linux Example
Summary:
The documentation provides a high-level overview of HPC lift-and-shift migration but does not include any platform-specific examples or commands. However, it omits concrete examples for both Windows and Linux, and does not mention any Windows-specific tools or patterns. The only product recommendation is Azure CycleCloud with Slurm, which is a Linux-native scheduler. There is a lack of explicit Linux command-line or configuration examples, which may leave Linux-focused administrators without actionable guidance.
Recommendations:
  • Add explicit Linux-based examples for common HPC administrative tasks (e.g., sample Slurm configuration, Linux CLI commands for job submission, storage mounting, or monitoring).
  • Include references to Linux-native tools and workflows (such as SSH, rsync, or Linux scripting for automation).
  • Provide parity by ensuring that any product or tool recommendations (such as CycleCloud) are accompanied by Linux usage scenarios and step-by-step guides.
  • If Windows tools or PowerShell are not relevant, clarify that the guidance is platform-agnostic or primarily Linux-focused, to set expectations for the reader.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-1-networking.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Missing Linux Example Windows Tools
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates bias by omitting Linux-specific examples and tools. All example steps focus on using the Azure Portal and Bastion, which are often associated with RDP (a Windows protocol) and do not mention SSH or Linux command-line workflows. There are no Linux-specific instructions or references to common Linux administration patterns (e.g., using SSH, CLI tools, or Linux firewall configuration).
Recommendations:
  • Add example steps for connecting to Linux VMs using SSH via Azure Bastion, including both portal and CLI workflows.
  • Include references to Linux-native tools and patterns (e.g., iptables, firewalld, or ufw for network rules).
  • Provide parity in examples by showing both Windows (RDP) and Linux (SSH) connection scenarios.
  • Mention Azure CLI and Azure PowerShell equally, and provide command-line examples for both platforms.
  • Clarify that Bastion supports both RDP (Windows) and SSH (Linux), and show how to use each.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-1-resource-group.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Missing Linux Example
Summary:
The documentation page provides only Azure Portal (GUI) instructions for resource group configuration and does not include any command-line examples. There is a lack of parity for Linux users, as no Azure CLI or Bash examples are provided, nor are there any PowerShell examples. The absence of Linux-friendly command-line instructions may disadvantage users who prefer or require CLI-based workflows, especially on Linux systems.
Recommendations:
  • Add Azure CLI (az) command-line examples for all resource group operations, as the Azure CLI is cross-platform and works natively on Linux.
  • If PowerShell examples are added in the future, ensure that Azure CLI examples are always provided alongside them.
  • Explicitly mention that resource group management can be performed via the Azure CLI on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
  • Consider including Bash scripting examples for automation scenarios relevant to Linux users.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-1-storage.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Missing Linux Example Windows First
Summary:
The documentation page focuses exclusively on Azure Portal GUI steps and general Azure concepts, without providing any command-line examples. There are no references to Linux tools, CLI commands, or cross-platform automation methods. The absence of Linux (or even Azure CLI) examples, while describing storage setup and management, results in a bias toward Windows-centric workflows, as the Azure Portal is often more familiar to Windows users and less scriptable for Linux automation.
Recommendations:
  • Add Azure CLI and PowerShell command examples for all major storage setup and configuration steps, ensuring parity between Windows and Linux environments.
  • Include sample scripts for storage account creation, access control configuration, and encryption verification using both Azure CLI (cross-platform) and PowerShell.
  • Mention and link to documentation for automating storage setup from Linux shells, not just the Azure Portal.
  • Explicitly state that all steps can be performed from Linux, macOS, and Windows using the Azure CLI, and provide equivalent instructions.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-2-identity.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows First Missing Linux Example Windows Tools
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates a Windows bias by exclusively mentioning Windows-centric identity management tools (Active Directory Domain Services, Microsoft Entra ID) and providing no mention or examples of Linux-native identity management solutions (such as LDAP, FreeIPA, or SSSD). All examples and resources are focused on Windows technologies, with no Linux equivalents or guidance provided.
Recommendations:
  • Include Linux-native identity management solutions such as LDAP, FreeIPA, or SSSD alongside Active Directory and Entra ID.
  • Provide example configurations or references for integrating Linux HPC clusters with identity management systems.
  • Add resources and links to documentation for Linux identity management tools and their integration with Azure or hybrid environments.
  • Ensure that best practices and tool recommendations are platform-neutral or provide parity between Windows and Linux options.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-2-job-scheduler.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows Missing Linux First Missing Windows Example
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates a bias toward Linux environments, particularly Slurm, with all example commands and job submission scripts using Linux shell syntax and Linux-native tools. There are no Windows or PowerShell examples, nor is there mention of Windows-native job schedulers or Windows-specific configuration patterns. The documentation assumes a Linux-based HPC environment throughout.
Recommendations:
  • Add examples for deploying and configuring job schedulers on Windows-based compute nodes, if supported by CycleCloud.
  • Include PowerShell equivalents for job submission and scheduler configuration commands.
  • Mention Windows-native HPC schedulers (such as Microsoft HPC Pack) if relevant, or clarify their support status.
  • Provide guidance on integrating Windows workloads or mixed-OS clusters if supported by the platform.
  • Explicitly state OS requirements and compatibility for each scheduler and tool discussed.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-2-monitor.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows First Missing Linux Example
Summary:
The documentation page focuses exclusively on Azure-native monitoring tools and workflows, with all step-by-step instructions and UI navigation based on the Azure Portal (a web interface, but often associated with Windows-centric workflows). There are no explicit Windows-only tools or PowerShell examples, but there is also a lack of Linux-specific examples, CLI alternatives, or mention of common open-source monitoring tools outside the Azure ecosystem. The only script example is a Bash script using the Azure CLI, but it is tightly coupled to Azure resources and does not demonstrate Linux-native monitoring practices or integration with non-Azure environments. There is no mention of Linux logging/monitoring tools (e.g., syslog, collectd, Nagios, etc.), nor are there instructions for configuring monitoring on Linux VMs outside of the Azure context.
Recommendations:
  • Provide parallel examples for both Azure Portal (GUI) and Azure CLI for all setup steps, making it clear that CLI commands work cross-platform (including Linux).
  • Include examples or references for integrating Azure Monitor, Grafana, and Prometheus with Linux-native monitoring/logging tools (e.g., syslog, collectd, journald, or node_exporter).
  • Explicitly mention how to configure monitoring agents or exporters on Linux HPC nodes, including installation and configuration steps.
  • Add a section or examples for monitoring on-premises or hybrid Linux clusters, not just Azure-native resources.
  • Reference or link to documentation for open-source monitoring tools commonly used in Linux HPC environments, and describe how they can be integrated with Azure monitoring solutions.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-2-overview.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows Tools Windows First Missing Linux Example
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates a moderate Windows bias by prioritizing Windows-centric technologies such as Active Directory for identity management and Azure-specific node health checks. While some Linux-relevant tools (e.g., Slurm, spack, easybuild) are mentioned, there is a lack of Linux-specific examples or parity in recommendations, especially for identity and monitoring. The document also references Azure and Bicep (Microsoft-centric), with no equivalent Linux-native or cross-platform alternatives highlighted or explained.
Recommendations:
  • For identity management, mention and provide examples for Linux-native solutions such as FreeIPA, OpenLDAP, or SSSD, and discuss their integration with cloud environments.
  • When recommending monitoring and node health checks, include open-source, cross-platform tools (e.g., Nagios, Prometheus, Ganglia) and describe how they can be used in cloud HPC clusters.
  • Balance references to Azure and Bicep with examples using Terraform, Ansible, or other cross-platform Infrastructure as Code tools, and provide Linux-based quick start setups.
  • Ensure that for every Windows-centric tool or pattern mentioned (e.g., Active Directory, Azure-specific features), an equivalent Linux or open-source alternative is described, with guidance on usage.
  • Add explicit Linux command-line or configuration examples alongside any Windows/Azure examples to ensure parity and inclusivity for Linux users.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-3-overview.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Missing Linux Example Windows First
Summary:
The documentation page discusses storage migration in HPC environments with a focus on Azure but does not provide any explicit examples or tool references for either Windows or Linux. However, the absence of Linux-specific tools, commands, or examples (such as rsync, scp, or Linux CLI patterns) and the mention of SMB (a Windows-centric protocol) before NFS (a Linux/UNIX-centric protocol) suggest a subtle Windows-first and missing Linux example bias.
Recommendations:
  • Include explicit Linux-based migration tool examples (e.g., rsync, scp, lftp) alongside any Windows tools.
  • Provide sample commands or scripts for both Linux (bash) and Windows (PowerShell) environments in quick start sections.
  • When mentioning protocols, present NFS and SMB in a neutral or alternating order, or explain their relevance to both Linux and Windows environments.
  • Reference Linux-native automation tools (e.g., Ansible, shell scripts) alongside Terraform and Bicep.
  • Ensure that best practices and quick start guides address both Linux and Windows use cases equally.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/high-performance-computing/lift-and-shift-step-3-storage.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows First Windows Tools Powershell Heavy Missing Linux Example
Summary:
The documentation demonstrates a moderate Windows bias. Azure-specific tools and services (such as Azure Files, Azure Active Directory, and RBAC) are emphasized, and Windows-centric protocols (SMB, CIFS) and tools (AzCopy, Azure Data Box) are mentioned prominently. While Linux/NFS examples are included, Windows tools and patterns are often mentioned first or exclusively, and there is a lack of parity in providing Linux-native alternatives or examples for some scenarios (e.g., no Linux-native command-line data transfer tools like scp/rsync are discussed in detail). The documentation assumes Azure as the only platform and does not address cross-platform or Linux-first workflows in depth.
Recommendations:
  • Provide Linux-native command-line examples for data transfer (e.g., using rsync, scp, or sftp) alongside AzCopy.
  • When mentioning protocols, list NFS (Linux/UNIX) before or alongside SMB/CIFS (Windows), and provide equal detail for both.
  • Include examples of configuring storage access and permissions using Linux-native identity and access management tools (e.g., POSIX ACLs, LDAP) in addition to Azure AD/RBAC.
  • Offer guidance for integrating with non-Azure, open-source, or Linux-based storage solutions to support hybrid or multi-cloud scenarios.
  • Explicitly state when a tool or protocol is cross-platform, and clarify any Windows-specific limitations or requirements.
  • Balance the order and depth of examples so that Linux and Windows users receive equal attention and actionable guidance.