What are some tips you suggest once everything is put together and installed the os? Like programs to add and anti virus
Adblock Plus. I can't tell you how many times I've accidentally clicked on one of those damn ads. These can lead you to some risky sites. If you plan on overclocking your GPU, I recommend MSI Afterburner. Camstudio is a good free screen recorder..... eh that's all Iv'e got
Depending on your browser, I use Adblock Plus also on Chrome. Works well to deny unwanted pop-ups.
I also use Microsoft Security Essentials for AV, but I've used Avira also and it seems to do well (both are Free).
Make sure you download Adobe Flash, Reader, & Shockwave. Also Java too.
Make sure you update your OS, AV, Mobo drivers, etc. before getting too busy with game installs and such. You want to make sure your fully updated before treading out too much into the internet. You never know where you might run into an iffy site or click on something by mistake.