Jailbreak: meaning, definitions and examples

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jailbreak

 

[ หˆdส’eษชlหŒbreษชk ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

tech hacking

A jailbreak is a process that removes restrictions imposed by the operating system on devices such as smartphones and tablets, allowing the user to gain root access to the system. This enables the installation of unauthorized applications and customizations that are not available through official channels.

Synonyms

breakout, escape, theft

Examples of usage

  • Many users choose to perform a jailbreak to access additional features.
  • After the jailbreak, the device can run apps not approved by the manufacturer.
  • Jailbreak methods vary depending on the device and its iOS version.
Context #2 | Verb

tech hacking

To jailbreak refers to the act of modifying a device's software to eliminate restrictions imposed by the manufacturer. This allows users to install third-party apps and tweak the deviceโ€™s functionality beyond its standard capabilities.

Synonyms

hack, modify, unlock

Examples of usage

  • He decided to jailbreak his iPhone to install a custom theme.
  • Many tutorials online guide users on how to jailbreak their devices safely.
  • After learning about the risks, she hesitated to jailbreak her tablet.

Translations

Translations of the word "jailbreak" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น desbloqueio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ‡เคฒเคฌเฅเคฐเฅ‡เค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะถะตะนะปะฑั€ะตะนะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่„ฑ็„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒˆ์˜ฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุณุฑ ุงู„ุญู…ุงูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ถŠ็‹ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฏะนะตะฝั– ะฑาฑะทัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒ”แƒ˜แƒšแƒ‘แƒ แƒ”แƒ˜แƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jailbreak

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ jailbreak

Etymology

The term 'jailbreak' originated from the combination of 'jail,' referring to the restrictions imposed by the device manufacturer, and 'break,' which signifies the act of overcoming those restrictions. The concept became popular with the advent of the iPhone in 2007, as users sought greater control over their devices. The process often involves exploiting vulnerabilities in the operating system to gain access to a file system not normally accessible to users. Initially, jailbreaking was primarily associated with Apple products, as they had stringent application control through the App Store. Over time, the term expanded to include similar processes on other operating systems and platforms. As cybersecurity concerns grew, so did debates surrounding the legality and ethical implications of jailbreaking, making it a topic of discussion within tech communities.