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iOS jailbreaking is the process of removing the limitations imposed by Apple on devices running the iOS operating system through the use of hardware/software exploits — such devices include the iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, and second generation Apple TV. Jailbreaking allows iOS users to gain root access to the operating system, allowing them to download additional applications, extensions, and themes that are unavailable through the official Apple App Store. Jailbreaking is a form of privilege escalation, and the term has been applied to privilege escalation on other computer systems as well. The name refers to breaking the device out of its "jail", which is a technical term used in Unix-style systems, for example in the term "FreeBSD jail". A jailbroken iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad running iOS can still use the App Store, iTunes, and other normal functions, such as making telephone calls. [http://howtojailbreakipad2.tumblr.com how to jailbreak ipad 2 software 5.0.1]

Unlike rooting an Android device, jailbreaking is necessary if the user intends to run software not authorized by Apple. Under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, jailbreaking iPhones is legal in the United States, although Apple has announced that the practice "can violate the warranty".

One of the main reasons for jailbreaking is to expand the feature set limited by Apple and its App Store. Most jailbreaking tools automatically install Cydia, a native iOS APT client used for finding and installing software for jailbroken iOS devices.[3] Since software programs available through Cydia are not required to adhere to App Store guidelines, many of them are not typical self-contained apps but instead are extensions and customizations for iOS and other apps.[4] Users install these programs for purposes including personalization and customization of the interface,[4] adding desired features and fixing annoyances,[5] and making development work on the device easier by providing access to the filesystem and command-line tools.

Use of handset on multiple carriers

Jailbreaking also opens the possibility for using software to unofficially unlock carrier-locked iPhones so they can be used with other carriers. Software-based unlocks have been available since 2008,[9] with each tool applying to a specific iPhone model and baseband version (or multiple models and versions).

Apps denied App Store approval

Some users look to software outside the App Store to express opposition to Apple's control of content through the app approval process: in early 2010, Apple denied an app submitted by Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist, Mark Fiore, because it "ridiculed public figures", in violation of Section 3.3.14 of the iPhone Developer Program License Agreement. Apple later called Fiore and asked him to resubmit his app for approval.[11] In late 2010, Apple banned the use of apps that allowed users to donate money to non-profit organization and charities. Apple also denied a WikiLeaks app, stating it "violated their developer guidelines". As the list of banned apps continues to grow, some users have found jailbreaking to be a viable alternative to Apple’s censorship of content.

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