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I am looking for steps to do Rooting of my Samsung galaxy Note II so that to optimize RAM-usage I can uninstall the pre-installed apps which I do not intend to use

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— low free RAM on Android is normal: the OS keeps apps in memory to speed switching, so seeing most of 2 GB in use does not by itself mean the phone is misbehaving. Before considering root, try non-root fixes: disable or uninstall updates for preinstalled apps from Settings > Apps, stop unnecessary account sync, switch heavy apps to their "lite" or web versions, remove widgets and live wallpapers, clear app caches, and use Developer Options (Running services or Memory) to spot an app that is leaking RAM.

Rooting will let you remove or convert system apps, use swap/link2sd, run Titanium Backup, etc., but it is model- and firmware-specific. The safe preparatory workflow is: identify the exact Note II variant and build (Settings > About phone), make a complete backup (manufacturer PC tool or full image/Nandroid where supported), charge the battery, and read multiple device‑specific developer threads before attempting any method. Prefer well‑tested, actively maintained methods for that exact model and firmware, and choose approaches that make it easy to restore stock if needed.

Important cautions: rooting can void warranty and, on some Samsung devices, trip vendor security counters that block certain protections. It can also stop OTA updates and carries a real risk of bricking if the wrong files or steps are used. For many users, ADB-based "uninstall for current user" commands or a reputable package-disabler can remove the appearance and background activity of bloatware without changing system partitions.

As noted, root opens powerful tools, and was right to point to device-specific developer forums for procedures; is also correct that careful searching is the first step. For anyone who decides to proceed: verify file checksums, prefer guides with many confirmations for the same model/build, and keep a copy of stock firmware so the phone can be recovered if something goes wrong.

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yes kelly, i did google but the steps suggested do require developer-like understanding and possible dangers (spoiling the mobile-system settng) of making the set unusable.
There is no app which would do it for normal user.

Question is why do i need it? It is because i am making extensive use of the smartphone for emailing reading social networking etc that require toggling of different apps and/or web-pages and often I do face that my phone does become hungry for the RAM (eventhough I do have 2 GB)and only moving APPs (which are movable)to SD-card memory does not help.

My question is as to why a cell-manufacturer forces a user to use any app even if he/she does not need thta feature/function?

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there are some apps for rooting,but they arent compatible with all devices.
you have to check google for that.

most rooting is done via adb(android debug bridge) and using some desktop application / commandline script.

why you need rooting :
1)there is certain space left in the system memory.You can install certain apps as system apps to use that memory
2)getting rid of bloatware
3)under/over clocking and undervolting
4)using swap memory(from sd card)
5)using link2sd app,titanium backup etc(other root apps)
6)lots and lots more....(u have to find it)

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