Is cruising the internet a hobby? (stamp, model, collecting, free time)

[cb2008]

Chatting on forums like this, reading stuff on internet, posting jokes and stuff - is this a hobby? Why or why not does it qualify as a hobby?

[Cent0089]

I hope yes, because if not, ive wasted a lot of free time hah

[C24L]

Its a hobby for me,OP.

[Meemur]

Yes, I think it qualifies as a hobby. It was a lot easier to justify in the late 80s when one actually had to know some programming to get online.

[BostonMike7]

For me, it's a hobby when it pertains towards researching a project I am working on (one of my other hobbies)




For instance, I'm building a custom distributorless ignition system using late model components, on an early model engine. I've got about 3-4 hours of internet research into this downloading and studying wiring diagrams and searching for parts. For me, the "research" part I spend online is a separate hobby that I enjoy very much.

[davebarnes]

For overweight males living in Mom's basement: yes.

[NHDave]

According to its definition it qualifies

noun, plural hobbies.

1. an activity or interest pursued for pleasure or relaxation and not as a main occupation:
Her hobbies include stamp-collecting and woodcarving.

2. a child's hobbyhorse.

3. Archaic. a small horse.

[Gerania]

I think it is. Perhaps I should call it reading. I find many, many articles, stories and blogs in this world.

[NoMoreSnowForMe]

It's a form of entertainment, so sure, why not?

[sholomar]

Originally Posted by cb2008

Chatting on forums like this, reading stuff on internet, posting jokes and stuff - is this a hobby? Why or why not does it qualify as a hobby?

That's up for you to decide. I say yes. Do I care if people disagree? Nope.