Think I might make the dive...

[worldcup1100]

I am considering making the dive on Jailbreaking after hearing all the wonderful responses to its effects on their ipod's capabilities, but I need some questions answered first.

First of all, I have heard that it has little effect on the performance on your ipod but can result in your ipod "bricking", so my question is what exactly is "bricking" and is that the furthest extent of the damage to your ipod?

Next, I was wondering just how the jailbreaking works. Is there loading of files onto your computer involved in the process? And if so can there be any viruses put in with the download? Basically, is there any way that my ipod or computer can be infected with viruses or any other damaging things?

Overall jailbreaking seems great but I just want to be sure that I cannot damage my ipod or computer in the process.

I realize that it is likely that all of these things have been discussed in the past but I just want to have a few definitive answers that I cannot accidentally misinterpret.

Thanks,
Alex

[Stykman]

It might happen to some but hasn't happened to me
Bricking is like something that makes it so iPod won't work eg damaged firmware

First off download quick freedom and custom221 and follow instructions on quick freedom this is untethered btw so it's all good
The only reason u might want to load files on the computer is if u want to
download cracked apps but other than that u don't have to download much
There isn't really a virus yet for itouch iPhone
I haven't recieved viruses from what I have downloaded

[worldcup1100]

Originally Posted by Stykman

It might happen to some but hasn't happened to me
Bricking is like something that makes it so iPod won't work eg damaged firmware

First off download quick freedom and custom221 and follow instructions on quick freedom this is untethered btw so it's all good
The only reason u might want to load files on the computer is if u want to
download cracked apps but other than that u don't have to download much
There isn't really a virus yet for itouch iPhone
I haven't recieved viruses from what I have downloaded

All right thanks.

So basically just follow a tutorial by the book and I should be fine?

[worldcup1100]

Anyone else? I know I am very paranoid about a virus.

[inferi22]

i unjaibroke mine and i still have a problem from it see my thread

[worldcup1100]

Originally Posted by inferi22

i unjaibroke mine and i still have a problem from it see my thread

Alright thanks. I thought there might be some problems among the glowing success stories.

[crimson.]

No problems at all. Just follow a tutorial exactly as it says and you'll be fine.

[Underoath777]

Originally Posted by worldcup1100

Anyone else? I know I am very paranoid about a virus.

No problems at all. No viruses on the computer or ipod/iphone. Just make sure you download from a trusted place, and thats it. THe only files to copy from computer to ipod is if u SSH themes or apps but I dont do that, i like to do everything from the ipod, like install themes from cydia.

And if you dont like the jailbreak, u can always restore

[brewstermax]

I can 100% assure you that you cannot unintentionally brick your iPod/iPhone.

[worldcup1100]

Alright, thanks everyone! I am about to Jailbreak...
(Still a little nervous even with reassurance)