Here's a place to start... http://androidforums.com/droid-x-al...droid-x-root-guide-updated-may-15-2011-a.html

As far as rooting, download and install Z4Root (google it, lots of places to download it) After install, reboot your X then run the app. pick temporary or permanent (if you are going to flash roms go permanent) then let it do its thing.

Next you will need a copy of Droid 2 Bootstrapper. Droid X Bootstrapper works great in Froyo, but not Gingerbread, The Droid 2 Bootstrapper will do both, and they are both on the market if you can't find a download. Only 2 bucks.

That will get you started. read up in the Root Sticky, lots of info in there!!!

 

I just went through this a few days ago to get Gingerbread, among, other things myself. It's a smooth process as long as you follow their instructions and, if something goes to help in a bucket, the folks here are very helpful. Just make sure to read thru all the instructions first then have fun and enjoy!