New to Mac... security issue?

Hi all

First of all, I apologize because I know that this question is probably asked a LOT.

Most of the answers I find is for quite awhile ago so I just want to know if this is still the standard?

I am new to Mac computers. I've had my Mac Book Pro for about two months now and I love it.

I always feel uncomfortable not having a good antivirus. But I have so many mixed answers for this. People I know personally are shared with if you want to get one or not, and even with people online.

I saw some people recommend Sophos where as some have said that they had problems with it. Where, as some people keep saying not to do any AV.

I was hoping someone can give me an unbiased answer... Please?

My main reason finally give in and ask this is because I accidentally pressed .co instead of .com for a website I often and I got a popup saying to call my provider internet (they have mentioned the right) blah blah blah. I know that's not real, so I force quit it but there still feel uncomfortable...

Thank you

Unless you use Windows on your Mac, or are concerned that malicious Windows software, you don't need an antivirus product.

Viruses are not the only type of malware. Use your common sense and keep the Mac OS X update.

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