3 ms·"rooting" would be the better word, as used for android phones.by hrktb 15y ago"rooting" would be the better word, as used for android phones.rmc 15y agoRooting is devoid of any positive connotations, and sounds like a root canal or some sort of nefarious "root/rumaging around"hrktb 15y agoI would have bet on an association with vegetal roots, or more like rooting for something, but yes, it might be overly optimistic expectations.