Whats is Root? FAQs about Rooting

 

Now this is the Next Big question after World War 3 coming up. Why Root? The most Common question on every Android User's mind. Well there are numerous reasons you should and there is only One BIG reason to Counter it. So without much delay lets go and find out WHY ROOT?

Well, before we proceed to the BIG Question let me answer some small questions revolving around it.

What is ROOTING?
In layman's term Rooting is a process or rather a step which enables user to access System Files and Data. It not just allows access, but also allows modifying the files and data as per the user's need. The definition may seem to childish but it's for ALL to understand.

Can I revert back the ROOT?

Yes the ROOT Access can be reverted back. Generally it is Done by restoring your Official ROM or sometimes even possible by dedicated apps.
Procedure to ROOT:

Well, each device has a separate procedure, but the General Link is to install a file allowing the access. Now be careful as this file varies with devices and Android Versions. The file and the procedure can be searched for in GOOGLE, however you can leave a Comment if you want me to upload it here.

WHY ROOT?

 
Advantages:
 

Theming: Now the most common reason people go for the process is THEMING. Although you can theme a NON-Rooted device by simply installing a good Launcher but you will not be able to theme the App Backgrounds, Settings and Setting Layout. This can be possible with Root Access. This is the reason many people can enjoy JellyBean feel while still being on Gingerbread.
    

Deleting system Apps: Well you may wonder why to delete the System Apps! But if you observe carefully there are many apps which we rarely use but they still consume space (a big issue on Low-Range devices). Further most of these apps run in the background and consume resoures. This affects the Multi-Tasking ability of the Device. so it's better to remove these apps and keep only what we need.
   

 Adjusting Performance Parameters: Now this is a great aspect of Rooting. Certain apps require Root access and then they allow the user to adjust the performance as per their needs. For example, if you feel that 800 Mhz is a bit low for your needs you can clock the CPU to 1 Ghz (yes this is possible) and vice-versa. Increasing the CPU frequency increases the speed while decreasing it saves power. Also one can Increase the Internal Memory of his/Her device. Not just that one can even Adjust the RAM behavior.
   

 Installing Scripts and Mods: This is an extension of Adjusting performance parameters. There are many Scripts and Mods which enhance various aspects of performance. Some Scripts may enable you to play HD Games(not compatible earlier) while others may enable you to manage RAM better. To get these Mods and Scripts running you need the ROOT access.
   

 Installing Custom ROMs: ROM is like the OS to the phone. Well the OS is Android in any Case but ROM is the Operating Aspect of it. Now Custom Roms provide a hell lot of features which may not be possible with Stock or Official Roms. Also with the help of Custom Roms you can enjoy higher versions of Android without they being Officially released for your device. To make good use again ROOT is required.

The above were the most common advantages experienced by a ROOTED user. There is an Ocean of Advantages, so it is never possible to cover all but These are the most common ones.


Disadvantages:
 

Loss Of Warranty:

This is the BIGGEST Hurdle but not Impossible to overcome. The ROOT can be reverted to gain back the Warranty.
    

Others:

Other disadvantages are not directly attributable to ROOTING but to installing MODs, ROMs and other stuff. it is not always that MODs and Scripts are stable. Some of them maynot install properly, or sometimes not following the procedure correctly may lead to the Device Getting Bricked. In some cases phone can be unbricked but otherwise they add another aspect to the use of phone (as a paper weight).

So these were the Aspects about ROOTING. Think, Read, Clear your Doubts and Decide.

Happy Androiding