NetworkManager-libnm
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In the context of a Fedora-RHEL `dnf update` and `dnf upgrade`, `NetworkManager-libnm` for `x86_64` architecture refers to a package that provides the core libraries for the NetworkManager service, which is essential for managing network connections on a 64-bit system.
- Key Points:
- **NetworkManager-libnm**: A library that provides the primary API for NetworkManager, enabling applications to interact with and manage network configurations and connections.
- **x86_64**: Indicates that the package is for the 64-bit architecture of x86 processors.
- Purpose:
- **Core Library**: Provides essential functions and APIs for NetworkManager, allowing applications and system components to communicate with NetworkManager to manage network settings.
- **Application Development**: Facilitates the development of network-aware applications by providing a standardized API for interacting with NetworkManager.
- **Network Configuration**: Supports the configuration and management of various types of network connections, including Ethernet, Wi-Fi, VPN, and mobile broadband.
- Usage in `dnf update` and `dnf upgrade`:
- During `dnf update` or `dnf upgrade`, updating the `NetworkManager-libnm` package ensures that the core libraries of NetworkManager are up to date with the latest features, bug fixes, and security patches.
- Keeping this package updated is crucial for the stability and performance of network management on the system.
- Benefits:
- **Consistency**: Ensures that all applications using NetworkManager have a consistent and reliable way to manage network connections.
- **Stability**: Provides the latest stability improvements and security enhancements for network management.
- **Compatibility**: Ensures compatibility with the latest versions of NetworkManager and other network-related software.
In summary, the `NetworkManager-libnm – x86_64` package in Fedora provides the essential libraries for interacting with NetworkManager, enabling efficient and standardized network management on a 64-bit system.
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