I have a question. I am new to iPad (The New). I recently read an article that more than One million iOs devices, including IPads werje jail broken over the Memorial Day weekend. Why would anyone jail break their device? What the purpose/benefit?

Thanks for helping me.

Wendell

Have a look at this thread for starters: Jailbreaking Explained

Then, grab a snack and a beverage of your choice and have a browse thought the Hacking section. You'll find many people with many stories about tweaks and such they've done to their iPads, with jail breaking, that adds to their user experience.

With that said, I'm going to close this thread, as this question has been asked many a time. Thanks for your understanding.

Marilyn

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