How can I keep my computer like new?

Good evening! I recently bought a Macbook Pro! It's my first Mac computer and I want to get the best out there! I need to download an anti-virus? Any advice you might have are appreciated, thank you!

Welcome to the  club!

I do not mean to be in a bad mood, but if you're in a world of Windows - there are a few basics that you may need to reconsider

After Anti virus is one of them - the short answer is No.!

In the words of one of most respected posters here

Re: do need me anti-virus software for my macbook pro?

Also - https://www.apple.com/support/macbasics/

New - Welcome in the world of Mac - please let us know of any problems / questions

You may also re consider the 'iOS 9.3.1"in your signature on the Mac, we are on 10.11.4

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