Which of the following storage types usually connects with the motherboard via SATA/ATA connection?

The correct answer is internal hard drives, which generally connect directly to the motherboard via SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) or ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) interface. Internal hard drives are specifically designed to be housed within a computer's chassis, allowing them to utilize high-speed data transfer capabilities provided by these connections. These connections facilitate a secure and direct link between the hard drive and the computer's motherboard, enhancing communication and performance for data storage and retrieval processes.

Other storage types, such as solid state drives, may also connect through SATA/ATA interfaces when they are internal drives. However, this option refers specifically to the internal function and context of hard drives overall. Network attached storage is primarily designed for use over a network rather than direct motherboard connection, while external hard drives connect through USB or other interface options, indicating they do not link directly to the motherboard in the same way that internal hard drives do.