Can an Intel IMac running Tiger Upgrade Directly to Snow Leopard?

This may be a dumb question, but I have an Intel Imac that I've never upgraded the OS on. My fiance has a new version, and we just installed Ilife '09 on hers, but my OS isn't new enough to install it on mine. Is Snow Leopard even an option for me?

Is Snow Leopard even an option for me?
Yes, if the computer meets the system requirements. Use the Mac Box Set.
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  • Upgrading from a G5 iMac running Tiger to a new iMac.

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