What additional control available through the ellipses menu for firewall rules can be useful when troubleshooting?

Resetting the data counter for a firewall rule can be particularly useful during troubleshooting because it allows administrators to clear any existing metrics and start fresh monitoring the traffic associated with that rule. By resetting the data counter, you can observe new incoming and outgoing packets, which can help in diagnosing issues, such as whether the rule is properly handling the expected traffic or if it is inadvertently blocking legitimate transmissions.

In the context of troubleshooting, this ability to reset counters helps in pinpointing issues with specific rules by providing a clear view of activity from a known starting point. This can eliminate confusion caused by accumulated historical data, allowing for a more accurate analysis of current traffic patterns.

While adjusting log settings can also assist in troubleshooting, as it allows for more detailed information about what is being blocked or allowed, it does not offer the same immediate clarity regarding current traffic as resetting the data counter does. Changing the service order can impact how rules are applied but does not directly aid in understanding the current state of the rule itself. Reviewing past connections provides historical data, which can be useful but may not directly address present issues in the same way resetting the data counter can.