Question

for a special project, you have been asked to recommend the lowest - profile desktop computers available. you are attempting to put together the specifications for these machines. which of the following types of cards are attached to the motherboard and allow additional cards to be installed?
vesa local bus
riser
communications and networking card
pcmcia

Explanation:

A riser card is attached to the motherboard and allows additional cards to be installed. VESA local bus is an expansion bus standard, communications and networking cards are for specific functions like networking, and PCMCIA is used in laptops. A riser card provides a way to install more cards in a different orientation.

Answer:

Riser