Appleworks DB on new MacBook

I have been using Appleworks for YEARS and YEARS and have my entire mailing lists and contacts in several databases. What do I need to to use these files on my new MacBook?

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What do I need to to use these files on my new MacBook?
AppleWorks 6.2.4 or 6.2.9.
If you don't already have AppleWorks 6, you'll need to buy it. You could try eBay and do a search for "AppleWorks" or "Apple Works" (some people put a "space" in the name). Hardcore Mac sells AppleWorks 6.2.4. And, last but not least, you could buy a new retail box of AppleWorks from the Apple Store by calling the number at the bottom of this page & asking for the legacy software list.

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    Apple is now selling Snow Leopard Server for $19.99 + sales tax & shipping costs at 1.800.MYAPPLE (1.800.692.7753) - Apple Part Number: MC588Z/A (telephone orders only).

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