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nm

Provides a client to connect to NetworkManager - the service that manages network connections on Linux.

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flutter pub add nm

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The nm package provides a Dart client for connecting to NetworkManager, a system service that manages network connections on Linux. It enables Flutter applications running on Linux to programmatically query and control network interfaces, Wi-Fi networks, and connection settings. This package is particularly useful for desktop Linux apps requiring network configuration capabilities. It leverages the D-Bus interface used by NetworkManager, offering a clean, Dart-friendly API for developers. The package is maintained by Canonical and is designed specifically for Linux platforms.

Use cases

  • Managing Wi-Fi connections in Linux desktop apps
  • Programmatically configuring network interfaces
  • Monitoring network status and connectivity
  • Integrating network controls into system utilities
  • Automating network setup workflows

Key features

  • D-Bus integration with NetworkManager
  • Type-safe Dart API for network operations
  • Linux-specific platform support
  • Real-time network state monitoring
  • Support for Wi-Fi and wired connection management

Suitable for

  • Linux desktop application developers
  • System-level network tools
  • Apps requiring direct NetworkManager access
  • Developers building network configuration UIs
  • Canonical ecosystem projects

Considerations

  • Limited to Linux platforms only
  • Requires NetworkManager service to be running
  • Needs proper D-Bus permissions
  • May require elevated privileges for certain operations
  • Dependent on NetworkManager's D-Bus API stability

Original README

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Pub Package codecov

Provides a client to connect to NetworkManager - the service that manages network connections on Linux.

import 'package:nm/nm.dart';

var client = NetworkManagerClient();
await client.connect();
print('Running NetworkManager ${client.version}');
await client.close();

Contributing to nm.dart

We welcome contributions! See the contribution guide for more details.

Categories

WiFi & NetworkDesktop (Windows, Linux & macOS)

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