Can we download apps only from Mac App Store ?

In windows, there is nothing like an App Store. We can simply download apps from anywhere and even pirated apps work smoothly. Is it the same for OS X as well? I might buy a MacBook this month so I wanted to know this.
Thank you!

Mac App Store is an option, not required.
It's unwise and unethical to download pirated software.

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