Rooting

[Shuckster]

I know that this question has been answered, but I STILL DON'T UNDERSTAND.

I have searched this site and read a bunch of posts, but they are still to technical.

Talk to me like a 3rd grader.

What is it?
Why are people doing it?

Please!!??

 

[tntdroid]

I know that this question has been answered, but I STILL DON'T UNDERSTAND.

I have searched this site and read a bunch of posts, but they are still to technical.

Talk to me like a 3rd grader.

What is it?
Why are people doing it?

Please!!??

Gives you access to every file on your phone so you can edit them.

Doing so we can flash new roms and themes. Free wifi tether. Speed up the phone and also lower the voltage to save battery. Just a few reasons.

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[kismet769]

You can customize your phone pretty much any way you want after rooting.

 

[Debian Dog]

adds 3 files

gives you "Administrator" access like on your Windows box

 

[JkdJedi]

Root gives you a little more functionality of your phone. "Root' is the term Linux users vs. Administration in Microsoft's.

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[Cyber Warrior]

This article is pretty self explanatory:Rooting Explained + Top 5 Benefits Of Rooting Your Android Phone