Q: well i just got a mac and heard that macs can't get viruses so i want to download some things? can i get a virus??
A: Yes, they can. Is it likely at the moment? NO. The reason is that 1. Most viruses are windows specific (as are most programs.) This is because there aren't enough macs around for virus writers (or other software writers) to bother writing for mac. They want maximum return for their efforts. I wouldn't worry about it.