Hpc Cache

35
Total Pages
32
Linux-Friendly Pages
3
Pages with Bias
8.6%
Bias Rate

Bias Trend Over Time

Pages with Bias Issues (5)

https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/hpc-cache/hpc-cache-create.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Page-Level Analysis

Powershell Heavy Windows First Missing Linux Example Windows Tools
Summary:
The documentation provides detailed instructions and examples for Azure CLI and Azure PowerShell, with the PowerShell section being particularly extensive. PowerShell is a Windows-centric tool, and its prominence, along with the absence of explicit Linux shell (bash) examples or references to Linux-specific tooling, indicates a Windows bias. There are no Linux-specific command-line examples, nor is there guidance for Linux users beyond the Azure CLI, which is cross-platform but not presented with Linux-specific context or examples.
Recommendations:
  • Add explicit bash/Linux shell examples for creating and managing Azure HPC Cache resources, demonstrating parity with PowerShell examples.
  • Clarify that Azure CLI commands can be run on Linux, macOS, and Windows, and provide Linux-specific setup instructions (e.g., package manager installation commands).
  • Include references to Linux-native tools or workflows where appropriate, such as using bash scripts or integrating with Linux authentication/identity mechanisms.
  • Balance the prominence of PowerShell by ensuring that Linux and cross-platform workflows are equally represented and easy to follow.
  • Where PowerShell is mentioned, also mention bash or shell scripting alternatives for Linux users.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/hpc-cache/directory-services.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-12 23:44 • Page-level bias detected
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Windows First Windows Tools
Summary:
The documentation page presents Active Directory (a Windows-centric directory service) as the first and most detailed option for configuring directory services, with Linux/UNIX options (flat file and LDAP) described later. The AD section is more prominent and detailed, and there are no Linux command-line or configuration examples, nor any mention of Linux-native tools or patterns. This ordering and emphasis may give the impression that Windows-based solutions are preferred or primary.
Recommendations:
  • Reorder the directory service options to present Linux/UNIX-native methods (flat file, LDAP) before or alongside Active Directory, or clarify that all options are equally supported.
  • Provide example commands or configuration snippets for Linux/UNIX environments (e.g., how to prepare /etc/passwd and /etc/group files, or how to configure LDAP servers).
  • Include references to common Linux directory service tools (such as OpenLDAP, SSSD, or nsswitch.conf) where relevant.
  • Balance the level of detail across all options, ensuring that Linux/UNIX methods receive as much explanation and guidance as the Active Directory section.
  • Explicitly state that both Windows and Linux directory services are supported and that the choice depends on the user's environment.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/hpc-cache/directory-services.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Page-Level Analysis

Windows First Windows Tools
Summary:
The documentation presents Active Directory (a Windows-centric directory service) as the first and most detailed option for configuring directory services, with Linux/UNIX options (flat file and LDAP) described afterward. The AD section is more prominent and detailed, and there is no mention of Linux-native tools or examples beyond referencing /etc/passwd and /etc/group files. There are no command-line examples for Linux or Windows, but the ordering and focus suggest a Windows/AD bias.
Recommendations:
  • Reorder the directory service options to avoid always listing Active Directory first; consider listing LDAP or flat file first, or presenting all options equally.
  • Expand the flat file and LDAP sections with more detailed configuration steps and troubleshooting tips, matching the depth of the Active Directory section.
  • Include example commands or scripts for generating and securely transferring /etc/passwd and /etc/group files from Linux systems.
  • Mention common Linux directory service tools (such as sssd, nsswitch.conf, or openldap) where relevant.
  • Clarify that both Windows (AD) and Linux/UNIX (flat file, LDAP) directory services are fully supported and provide guidance for mixed environments.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/hpc-cache/hpc-cache-create.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Page-Level Analysis

Powershell Heavy Windows First Missing Linux Example Windows Tools
Summary:
The documentation provides detailed instructions and examples for Azure PowerShell and Azure CLI, but the PowerShell section is prominent and detailed, reflecting a Windows-centric approach. There are no Linux-specific instructions, nor are there any Bash or shell script examples. The CLI examples are generic, but the PowerShell module is highlighted, and there is no mention of Linux tools or workflows. The documentation does not address Linux-specific considerations or provide parity for Linux users beyond the CLI.
Recommendations:
  • Add explicit Bash or shell script examples for Linux users alongside PowerShell examples.
  • Include a section or notes on using Azure CLI from Linux environments, mentioning any Linux-specific prerequisites or differences.
  • Balance the order of presentation: do not always present PowerShell before CLI, or alternate the order, or provide a unified example section.
  • Mention Linux-native tools or workflows where relevant (e.g., using Bash, curl, or jq for automation).
  • Clarify that Azure CLI is cross-platform and provide links or tips for installing and using it on Linux.
  • If PowerShell is mentioned, note that PowerShell Core is available cross-platform, and provide installation guidance for Linux if relevant.
https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/blob/main/articles/hpc-cache/hpc-cache-prerequisites.md [View Details]
Scanned: 2025-07-08 04:23 • Page-level bias detected
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Page-Level Analysis

Windows Tools Windows First
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates a mild Windows bias by exclusively referencing the default NTP server as time.windows.com and using its IP address in firewall rules, without mentioning common Linux/Unix NTP servers (e.g., pool.ntp.org). The instructions for DNS and network configuration are platform-neutral, and all command-line examples use Bash/Linux tools. However, the NTP section's focus on a Windows-centric server and terminology (time.windows.com) may mislead or inconvenience Linux users who typically use other NTP sources.
Recommendations:
  • Mention alternative NTP servers commonly used in Linux environments (e.g., pool.ntp.org) alongside time.windows.com.
  • Provide example firewall rules for both time.windows.com and pool.ntp.org, or explain how to substitute the NTP server address as appropriate for the user's environment.
  • Clarify that the choice of NTP server is flexible and not limited to Windows infrastructure.
  • Continue to provide Bash/Linux command-line examples, and ensure parity if any PowerShell or Windows-specific commands are added in the future.