Using my Raspberry Pi as a Desktop Computer

Last year I acquired a Raspberry Pi computer board and kit for a DIY project I was inspired to embark on.  While technically the project was a success, the long term use for the project did not pan out.  So I found myself with the hardware sitting idle with nothing going for it.

Meanwhile, I’ve been having some space issues in my desk area.  As in, I’m a low-key hoarder and can’t be bothered to get rid of anything.  My primary computer is a 17″ laptop that doesn’t fit well on the desk area and blocks a portion of the external 30″ flat screen TV I use as a monitor.

[I’m kind of a wide screen nut.  My secondary computer is a 30″ HP All-in-One Touchscreen running Ubuntu 18.04]

So I got this idea that I would pack up the laptop (I got a new laptop bag that makes this handy and comfortable) and make some room on my desk.

Turns out this has not been that bad of an idea.  Since I mainly use the monitor for my PS4, I only get around to PC desktop use to check email and browse social media.  Gods know I don’t need a full sized laptop to do that.  And if I need to do anything that requires heavier lifting I can turn to my left and hit up a beefier unit.

In fact, I’m actually using the Pi right now to make this post.  Will see if this new use holds.  I also have an idea to make this my On The Go PC with a USB monitor I got a couple of Christmases ago.  

Do you have a Raspberry Pi computer?  What do you use yours for?  Leave a message in the comments!