A secure testing system utilizing a test taker's own notebook computer with a small portable/removable uniquely identified drive element (USB flash drive, SD card and the like) being plugged into the computer port (USB, card reader, etc.). The drive is pre-programmed with lock-out software activated with test taker log in, and preprogrammed exams or examination generations software. The drive and examination software are configured for multiple choice selection and text entry for essay answers. With exam completion the drives are removed with restoration of computer function. The individual drives are collected and connected to multiple reading ports for automatic reading and grading of multiple choice question answers and manual checking of text answers. The exams, with identification of disk drives and test taker are downloaded to an archive server and the drives are wiped clean for re-use. Test results and comments are sent via e-mail to the test taker.