The process of selecting software for use with exceptional students focuses on two major issues: (1) how computers are to be used in the instructional process, and (2) whether the product selected is consistent with curricular goals. The content of instruction is shaped by its purpose: drill and practice; teaching new skills, concepts, and processes (tutorials); or problem-solving (e.g., educational games and simulations). Drill and practice courseware comprises over half of all software used in schools. Determining consistency with curricular goals is approached through collecting product information from outside sources (e.g., courseware reviews by educators) and through an internal evaluation of individual courseware packages by the school or district. Both instructional and technical features should be examined. Selected references and sources of software reviews and products are included in this brief information digest. (JW)