Root Newly rooted user... What are Kernals?

[ctwilson123]

Sorry for the noob question please be gentle... Can someone explain kernals? I recently rooted my phone and am running froyo, but I am still in the dark on what kernals are...

 

[nstallion]

Kernels are the software that directly controls the CPU of the phone. They are used to adjust clock speed and voltage, and to unlock wifi tethering. They can be controlled with SetCPU from the market.

GirLuvsDroid made a nice collection of Froyo kernels here: http://androidforums.com/all-things-root-droid/98988-froyo-kernels.html

Two things to keep in mind:

1. Everyone's Droid responds differently to each kernel. If you have instability or boot loop issues you might need to use a higher voltage or a lower clock speed kernel.

2. It's usually a good idea to make a nandroid backup before you install your first kernel.

 

[Nicks88]

Kernels are the software that directly controls the CPU of the phone. They are used to adjust clock speed and voltage, and to unlock wifi tethering. They can be controlled with SetCPU from the market.

GirLuvsDroid made a nice collection of Froyo kernels here: http://androidforums.com/all-things-root-droid/98988-froyo-kernels.html

Two things to keep in mind:

1. Everyone's Droid responds differently to each kernel. If you have instability or boot loop issues you might need to use a higher voltage or a lower clock speed kernel.

2. It's usually a good idea to make a nandroid backup before you install your first kernel.

Lol...I'm thinking you should start keeping a copy of standard replies saved on your desktop so you can cut and paste.

 

[IxI Dan IxI]

Kernel?

 

[nstallion]

Lol...I'm thinking you should start keeping a copy of standard replies saved on your desktop so you can cut and paste.

Or they could do something like make a section of guides with lots of useful information that they have stuck at the top of the forums.

 

[Nicks88]

Or they could do something like make a section of guides with lots of useful information that they have stuck at the top of the forums.

That is a great idea! Maybe they should do that!

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[navy]

Or they could do something like make a section of guides with lots of useful information that they have stuck at the top of the forums.

can you give me any hellp on tethering to windows vista

 

[nstallion]

can you give me any hellp on tethering to windows vista

LOL I don't think this is meant to be a joke but it's still funny. Probably the most random post I've seen on here.