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# supportedNetworkInterfaces()

Return the list of network interfaces managed by the Hotspot Helper infrastructure.

```
class func supportedNetworkInterfaces() -> [Any]?
```

## Return Value

If no network interfaces are being managed, this function returns nil. Otherwise, an array of `NEHotspotNetwork` objects is returned.

## Discussion

Each network interface is represented by an NEHotspotNetwork object. Currently, the returned array contains exactly one [`NEHotspotNetwork`](/documentation/NetworkExtension/NEHotspotNetwork) object representing the Wi-Fi interface.

The main purpose of this method is to allow a Hotspot Helper to provide accurate status in its UI at times when it has not been given a command to process. This method coupled with the `isChosenHelper` method of [`NEHotspotNetwork`](/documentation/NetworkExtension/NEHotspotNetwork) allows the application to know whether it is the one that is handling the current network.

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