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Which Splunk feature allows for external database integration for lookups?

  1. Splunk DB Connect

  2. Data Models

  3. Smart Store

  4. Lookup Editor

The correct answer is: Splunk DB Connect

The feature that enables external database integration for lookups in Splunk is Splunk DB Connect. This tool facilitates the connection between Splunk and various relational databases, allowing users to perform lookups against database tables. With DB Connect, users can import data from external databases, execute SQL queries, and leverage that information within Splunk for analysis and reporting. Using this feature, users can enrich their Splunk data with additional context stored in external databases, enhancing the overall capabilities of their Splunk instance. DB Connect supports functionalities like periodic data importing, real-time querying, and lookup definitions, making it a powerful tool for integrating database information into the Splunk environment.