Air fresheners can be pretty expensive, but you can get the same effect for much less money by hiding bars of scented soap around your home. More »
Drop your bags, grab a drink, and grab the XP CD—it’s nearly time for the holiday ritual of fixing up your relatives’ computer. Here are some tips and downloads to keep handy while you’re cursing all the auto-starting crapware. More »
Crayon marks are often a challenge to get rid of, but what do you do when your toddler has run wild with the colours on your brand new TV? More »
Installing accent and security lighting in your yard shouldn’t require an electrician and lots of expensive labour. Low-voltage lighting systems make it easy to plan and install yard lights without a professional. More »
If you’re tight on space, then shelving is an essential — and displaying photos or artwork under the shelves is a neat trick for getting even more out of your limited room. More »
The next time you order a pizza for yourself and those near and dear to you, don’t just toss the box aside. With a few quick steps, you can transform it into four serving plates and a container for your leftovers. More »
My struggles to get Windows 7 RC to install were eventually resolved with a slightly unusual solution: abandoning the 32-bit release in favour of the 64-bit package. More »
This week is National E-Security Awareness Week. We suspect most Lifehacker readers rank relatively highly on the security awareness scale, but if you’re looking to make sure your PC is as secure as possible, here’s five key articles from the archives to help you (or your friends and family) stay secure. More »