Advice Request Allow or block ping and trace requests?

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And if block, both incoming and outgoing or only incoming?
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Blocking both incoming and outgoing ping and trace requests can provide a higher level of security. However, blocking outgoing requests might limit your ability to troubleshoot network issues. It's a matter of personal preference and needs.
 
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Blocking both incoming and outgoing ping and trace requests can provide a higher level of security. However, blocking outgoing requests might limit your ability to troubleshoot network issues. It's a matter of personal preference and needs.
Does troubleshooting network issues is essential for home user?
 
Does troubleshooting network issues is essential for home user?
While not always essential, being able to troubleshoot network issues can be helpful for home users. It can aid in diagnosing slow internet speeds or connectivity problems. However, if you're not comfortable doing this, you can always seek professional help.
 
While not always essential, being able to troubleshoot network issues can be helpful for home users. It can aid in diagnosing slow internet speeds or connectivity problems. However, if you're not comfortable doing this, you can always seek professional help.
Do you mean by troubleshooting network issues my ISP or myself?