I hereby declare, for reasons of brevity, that the “Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP” shall henceforth be referred to simply as the “Information Systems CLEP.” Whew! Much easier to type—and read. --------------------------------------- I wrote the above back in 2011 or so. A few years later, Collegeboard changed the name from "Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP" to simply "Information Systems CLEP". I'm not saying that Collegeboard reads the site, but..... that's quite the coincidence! :P This exam covers exactly what the name suggests: a mix of business-related computer applications and core information systems concepts. When I first made a study guide, I'd rated this as a difficulty of four since people weren't quite as tech savvy as they are today. These days, I'd say it's a solid three, only because terms like CMOS, DSS, or WAN might as well be another language if you haven’t studied them. Unless you're a die-hard tech enthusiast (guilty as charged), you’ll probably need to study even if you consider yourself tech-savvy. The wording of the questions leaves a lot to be desired. Many are written in an overly academic tone—think “microcomputer” instead of “PC.” That kind of phrasing can be confusing when the actual answer is fairly straightforward. It's gotten better, but I'd still expect some of that on the current exam. It’s a very passable CLEP exam if you prepare properly. Once you’re familiar with the lingo and review some foundational concepts, it starts to click. Take the time to study key terms and concepts listed by the College Board and review practice questions to get used to the style of the exam. With some focused prep and the right mindset, this exam is absolutely manageable. Just don’t go in expecting it to reflect the latest tech trends—it’s more a blast from the past than a cutting-edge tech quiz.