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Google Combines Gmail And Drive Storage

Google is eliminating its separate quotas for Gmail and other services, combining Gmail’s previous 10GB quota with the 5GB allocated to Google Drive and Picasa/Google+ Pictures. That change will also affect Apps for Business users, who now have 30GB to use however they like.


Food Storage 101: Where And How Long To Keep Your Favourite Foods

We’ve talked about food storage and safety quite a bit here at Lifehacker. But if you’re still not sure where to store your favourite snacks and for how long, our friends at Food52 have you covered with this complete guide.


Organise Your Messy Workbench With These 10 Tips

I’ve set up workshops in many different places and for many different applications. The process of organising your workshop [or workbench] is both personal and organic. Setups vary wildly depending on one’s specialty, while organisation and workflow are often an organic process that can take months or years to fine-tune.


This DIY Measuring Cup Rack Keeps Cups Neatly Organised

Most measuring cups nest nicely inside of each other, but if you use them often, you may want them detached and more readily available when you need them. This kitchen storage system keeps each measuring cup on its own hook, with its measurement printed above it, so you can grab the one you want quickly.


Google Drive Now Automatically Syncs Files For Offline Editing

Chrome: Google Drive has had offline access to files for a little while, but the process wasn’t automatic. With a new update rolling out to users today, all your Google Drive files that you create will automatically be stored for offline access.


BitTorrent Sync Provides A Security-Focused Alternative To Dropbox

If you’ve ever wanted a security-focused, Dropbox-like file and folder syncing option, BitTorrent decided to answer your wishes with BitTorrent Sync. Previously in private alpha, BitTorrent Sync is now available to the public for Windows, Mac and Linux.


Keep Tall Boots From Slouching With Binder Clips

A pair of binder clips is all you need to keep tall boots from bending at the ankle and folding in half. Whether you want to save space storing your boots, or you just don’t like the idea of a permanent crease at the base because the top flopped over, this trick will net you both benefits.


Get A Year Of Unlimited Backups From CrashPlan For Free

CrashPlan is one of our favourite cloud backup services, and you can snag a year for free right now. The offer gives you a free year of unlimited backups on one computer (normally $US60), or you can backup up to 10 computers for $US50/year (normally $US150).


Add Some Extra Storage To Your Home This Weekend

Not all homes are blessed with endless storage space, so you often need to sell your unwanted crap or find a way to store it. This weekend we’re assuming you’re a pack rat rather than a minimalist and have a number of DIY projects to help you stash more stuff.


Ask LH: How Can I Use My Kitchen Space More Effectively?

Dear Lifehacker, I have a nagging kitchen issue (and no, it’s not my wife). I live in rented accommodation with a newly-fitted kitchen and my landlord is pretty firm on no permanent alterations being made to it.


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