What does rooting a kindle fire do and what are the effects?

Question by Alex: What does rooting a kindle fire do and what are the effects? I want a kindle fire for my birthday and rooting appears like it makes it better. What does it do and does it have effects? Is it well worth it? Greatest reply:
Solution by Realityhurts
rooting give you admin rights so you can set up custom computer software.
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