HOW TO ROOT UR DROID

The Rooting Process

The term ‘Root’ refers to when users can directly gain access to the file system of the OS (try thinking it as gaining access to the system folders in Windows). There are a number of things a person can do once they have root access. This is what you will need to do to root your Android device:

1.Make sure you have the appropriate data cable, and have made a backup of your device.

2.Search for a Rooting Software on the Internet, examples include; Z4Root, Universal Androot, and SuperOneClick. Install them on your computer.

3.Some of these Rooting softwares may need the Android Software Developer Kit (SDK) (http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html). It’s advisable to download this as well.

4.Before you jump in and try to root your device, make sure you make a complete backup. Most devices can be backed up with the software suites of the manufacturer of the phone. Examples include HTC Sync and Samsung KIES.

5.You will then need to enable USB Debugging mode on your Andriod device. To do this simply go to Settings > Applications > Development, and check the USB debugging option.

6.Now make sure your phone is connected to the computer, you are running the SDK application, and the rooting software. Just follow these steps along with the device-specific steps from one of the guides listed further on and you will have rooted your device.