Hmmm,futs and options,and less risk.........my friend,the very question indicates that there's a lot to be done before attempting the futures market.
Anything is risky if there is no strategy and game plan and education,blah blah...........nothing is risky once you've been an old hand at this.In short,Ignorance is the greatest risk.
Advice :Start with educating yourself first.......that's key.If I were to tell you," Oh,RelCom is the least risky,".........would you take my advice.Hope you wouldn't,and don't take anyone's advice either.
Education,education,education for now.........don't trade as yet,learn the ropes first.This forum is a great start.
All the best!
Saint