Because the sources are not just from the United States, Exegy gives a perspective on many issues from both a domestic and foreign point of view. Documents are arranged with the current ones first, some full text and some in summary format. Graphics including the maps and pictures may be printed as well as the text. The Exegy articles are written by ABC-CLIO staff using the reference sources cited on the single list on the disk. This is the CD-ROM version of Kaleidoscope.
Information is succinct and readable, as well as timely since the database is updated frequently.
The reviewer did point out that there are weaknesses, such as sections of articles cannot be printed and some photographs are grainy, especially when enlarged. Reproduction by any means without written permission is prohibited.