Linux virus'?

[Psychosis]

Alright, Ive been thinking of turning my laptop into a coding zone.
I've been told Linux is the best OS for it? Is that true?

I found a long list of why Linux is better then Windows Seven operating systems. It said no virus. Is that true?
Im pretty sure its possible to get a virus on practically anything.

Thanks.

it is very possible to get a virus on Linux. The thing is its not very widely used so most people don't take the time to code one. plus if you don't work on your root account then the virus wont do to much anyway.