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Android is an Open Source operating system which means the source code is available for everyone to tweak and modify. So, there are a lot of eyes looking to modify, exploit and root Android ecosystem for achieving something bigger.
Google is making Android more secure every iteration making it difficult for the developers to gain root access on Android devices and alter system partitions. Systemless root is the latest thing in custom Android development which allows users to gain root access without altering system partition. So, you can enjoy OTA updates and other root-restricted apps even on rooted Android devices.
Magisk is the new face of Systemless interface on Android which is aimed to make custom mods go systemless. It’s the brainchild of the XDA developer topjohnwu and is the short name for “Magic Mask” which aims to overcome the difficulties with Systemless mods. Once you install Magisk on your device, you can choose from many modules to go entirely systemless.
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