What is an external entity?

An external entity is best defined as an entity that is connected to a dataset in Data Hub. In the context of Mendix, Data Hub allows applications to share and consume data across different sources. When an entity is described as external, it signifies that the data it represents originates from outside the application itself, rather than being stored internally within the application’s own database. This connection facilitates the use of datasets from various sources, enhancing data integration and reuse.

To clarify why the other options do not accurately represent an external entity: an internal database asset refers specifically to data or entities that reside within the Mendix application itself. A user-defined object is a more general term that denotes any object created by the user within Mendix, which may not necessarily have external characteristics. Lastly, a report generated from external data describes a specific outcome or product derived from data, rather than the entity connected to that data. Thus, the characteristic of being connected to a dataset in Data Hub distinctly aligns with the definition of an external entity.