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Cross-database Query in Azure SQL Database

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fercobo
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Mar 14, 2019
How to cross-database query in Azure SQL Database Explanation of this guide: This guide will cover the basics on how to create an external table reference for Cross-database querying Azu...
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nickappleby
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Apr 16, 2021

Hi, 
First off thanks for the well defined step by step process; It's very helpful. 
Now for the question.  
Using exactly the same set up as above , DB1 & DB2 on same Az logical server, it is possible to do this using a managed identity rather than SQL user? 

Thanks