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docs(copilot-cli): quickstart and auth method comparison for authenticate-copilot-cli#44800

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Summary

Addresses part of #44543 (help wanted, copilot label):

  • Quickstart — minimal steps to install, authenticate, and verify Copilot CLI
  • Choose an authentication method — comparison table (GitHub.com login vs PAT vs GHEC/GHES)
  • Troubleshooting link to existing auth troubleshooting article
  • CI tip — note on using fine-grained PATs or OIDC instead of long-lived tokens in CI

Test plan

  • Markdown renders in local preview
  • Links point to existing docs paths
  • Docs team review for style/terminology alignment

Fixes #44543 (partial)

Closes github#44543 (partial): quick onboarding, method comparison,
troubleshooting link, and CI security tip for Copilot CLI authentication.
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