Unlocked, Root & Bootloaders

[neil154]

I have just purchased a Verizon HTC Thunderbolt (not yet received switching from BB Storm2) and I am getting confused over some terms which I would appreciate your help with.

I just saw an article which said Verizon was going to lock down some phones and I do not know what that means and what it stops me from doing. I also have seen on the forum that many people root their phone (maybe lock down prevents rooting?) and I have seen information on Bootloaders and do not know anything about it.

So if someone could explain all of the terms and how they all fit together I would appreciate it.

 

[srkmagnus]

Check the dictionary thread in the sticky, tons of great information in there. But you have the idea that a locked bootloader prevents heavy modification to the system. Root can still be achieved, but it's not to its fullest.

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[mamawM]

here's a link to get you started in the world of android.New To Android?!? Check This Out!

 

[srkmagnus]

Here is the dictionary for quick reference to commonly used terms: http://forums.androidcentral.com/ge...tionary-aka-what-hell-they-talking-about.html

If there is anything not described in there that you want clarification on please don't hesitate to ask