I'm tracking the rapid expansion of Gmail storage as Google celebrates its first anniversary by increasing capacity to 2GB. The storage limit is currently ticking up by one megabyte every minute for all users.
Memory capacity is determined by how effectively we filter out irrelevant information rather than raw storage volume. High-capacity individuals use neural mechanisms to prevent distractors from occupying space in their limited working memory.
I share an interesting method for using Gmail as an online backup system. It leverages the platform's generous storage capacity to store archives and data remotely using automated scripts and mail-based transfers.
I suggest using the Google personalized homepage for mail snippets or forwarding your Gmail to a private Google Group to bypass network blocks. These methods often work even when direct access to Gmail is restricted.
Mount your Gmail account as a virtual drive in Windows with this shell extension. It treats your email storage as a local filesystem, allowing direct file manipulation within Windows Explorer.
I share an O'Reilly piece defending Gmail's launch against early privacy criticisms. The article highlights how the service's search-based organization and massive storage outweigh concerns regarding automated keyword scanning for advertisements.