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100

What system is the DoD's modernized, single, common electronic health record (EHR) currently replacing legacy clinical systems?

MHS GENESIS


100


This highly versatile, reversible connector is now the standard for charging modern laptops, Android phones, and connecting external SSDs.

USB-C

100

It's the very first physical connection you should check when a desktop computer refuses to show any signs of life.

Is it plugged in

100

Named after a legendary Greek wooden horse, this type of malware masquerades as legitimate software to trick users into installing it.

Trojan Horse

100

A computer programmer's favorite type of coffee is this highly concentrated shot, which also happens to be a popular programming language.

Java

200

What is the military's web-based application used for tracking, reporting, and managing medical readiness, immunizations, and dental health for all active duty personnel?

ASIMS

200

Sporting a rectangular, 19-pin connector, this is the most common cable used to carry both high-definition video and audio from a PC to a TV or monitor

HDMI

200

Operating systems love this simple maintenance action, which is not the same as "sleeping" or "logging out," to clear system RAM and apply updates.

Rebooting or Restarting

200

This highly disruptive malware encrypts a victim's files and demands payment, often in cryptocurrency, in exchange for the decryption key.

Ransomware

200

When a computer runs out of physical space to store its files, it decides to move its operation up into this fluffy, white meteorological phenomenon.

Cloud

300

Which system is used by medical logistics and systems personnel to track medical equipment inventories, maintenance schedules, and IT lifecycle replacements?

DMLSS

300

Often featuring a plastic clip that snaps into place, this cable connects your computer directly to a network router or modem.

Ethernet cable

300

This is the specific type of software you should run or update immediately if your computer suddenly starts displaying random pop-ups and running incredibly slow.

Antivirus or Anti-malware

300


Unlike a standard virus that needs a host file, this self-replicating malware spreads across networks entirely on its own to exploit vulnerabilities.

Worm

300


This is the primary reason why spider webs are highly prized by network engineers.

They are great at catching bugs

400


Which system allows military providers to view scanned clinical documents, external civilian medical records, and legacy health files in a single viewer? 

JLV (Joint Longitudinal Viewer)

400

Identifiable by its distinctively shaped connector with a flat bar on one side, this cable is the modern standard for connecting internal SSDs and hard drives to the motherboard.

SATA cable

400

This three-key Windows shortcut is the quickest way to summon the Task Manager and force-quit a frozen application.

Ctrl + Shift + Esc or Ctrl + Alt + Delete

400

This deceptive technique uses emails or websites that mimic trusted brands to trick users into revealing usernames, passwords, or personal details.

Phishing

400

When a laptop gets tired after a long day of typing, it goes to this specific place to take a quick nap.

Desktop

500

What web-based program allows patients to securely view their lab results, message their primary care team, and schedule routine appointments?

TRICARE Online (TOL) / MHS GENESIS Patient Portal

500

Before HDMI took over, this white, wider digital connection—available in 'D' and 'I' variations—was the standard for connecting high-end LCD monitors.

DVI

500


If a website is acting glitchy, web developers will often tell you to clear these two stored data types in your browser settings.

Cache and Cookies

500

This incredibly stealthy malware is designed to grant administrative access to a computer while actively hiding its presence from the operating system and antivirus.

Rootkit

500

This is the main reason why a computer keyboard is always so incredibly tired at the end of the day.

because it has two shifts

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