You can use a HDMI to DVi to a pc monitor. Why not just use the TV? HDMI is really just DVI with sound included. If you plan to use the R Pi as a mining controller for usb connected miners, like a BFL box or Block Erupters you can use MinePeon and use the Web Interface. You just ooot the Pi , log into your router and look for MinePeon in the list of connected devices . Type the IP of MinePeon and you can do it from the web admin page.
Thanks for the advise their something to consider for when I get the pi