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"Since this will be my first windows computer, what sorts of things can I do in order to make the system as stable and fail-proof as possible?
Is there certain software that I should get?"
They weren't mentioned, so I'll chime in. Location, airflow and temperature.
Where the PC case is situated could be important. Showcase it, rather than hide it.
Ensure airflow around the PC case as well as inside through the case vents.
Any temperature monitoring software; and stress test software.
The latter is usually recommended when troubleshooting a new build to put the memory chips through the paces. The former will inform when there is error introduced in the building process, like too MUCH or too little thermal paste between cpu cooling fan and cpu OR a cable stops a fan from spinning.