Foreign Scan
Short Description
The Foreign Scan node scans data residing outside PostgreSQL
Detailed Description​
The Foreign Scan node scans data residing outside PostgreSQL. PostgreSQL implements part of the SQL/MED specification which allows access to Foreign Data i.e. data outside the database, using SQL queries. Foreign Scan must not be confused with Foreign Keys used for referential integrity within the database.
Additional Links​
- PostgreSQL Documentation - Using Explain
- pgAnalyze - Explain
- eTutorials - Understanding How PostgreSQL Executes a Query
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