This is a simple utility for gaining root access. It is similar to (and inspired by) becomeroot, but better in a number of ways:

* sources .bashrc and other startup scripts when turning on root mode
* correctly sets the home directory for user root
* doesn't force the built-in shell onto the user

In addition, there is now a shortcut for entering root mode - "root".

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Edit: newer version of easyroot is backward compatible with 'sudo gainroot'. The features above (e.g. sourcing of .bashrc) are only activated by typing 'root'. Thanks to fanoush for this suggestion.
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Sample session

[user@nokia ~]$ root
[root@nokia ~]$

Download easyroot here:

http://maemostuff.com

(PS This works for me, but it may not work for you. Backup your files just in case )