Running Windows 7 on my new i7 MBP for Gaming

Hey guys!
just got my new MBP 15" i7. I want to run Steam on it for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 and it only currently runs on windows. I have a fresh copy of Windows 7 here and can install it but have heard that if i run windows, its just as capable as getting a virus as a PC which im not to happy about. But if i just open steam, and run steam to play mw2 will that leave me open for viruses and such, there will be no web browsing/torrents or anything else just steam and games.
Also is it better to install 32bit or 64bit onto this mac.
thanks in advance,
Chase.

The 2GB is a problem and bug with Apple and Mac Pro (though surprised it wasn't fixed in 2008) with using 32-bit. An i7 MBP
Most newer Macs now (2009) do get access to more than 2GB but it was very very commonly reported. But isn't normal.
Of course having 512MB video and other things, and the fact is Windows x64 has better memory management and security.
MS offering malware protection could and was seen as taking over 3rd party products and seen as a threat. The data though that MS collects can help, and MSSE is very lite on its feet, barely know its there or runs unlike most that are 'in your face' and need constant care and feeding and alerts.
As for firewall, I leave it, plus router is your 1st line firewall anyway.
I used Norton 360v4 when Windows 7 Beta/RC and that was pre-MSSE. I would not touch it today, save your $$$, it is a nuisance, but check their support Community of course.
http://community.norton.com/norton/board?board.id=Norton_360

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