How do I uninstall 10.4 and install10.6?

I'm finally trying to update my iMac but I need help uninstalling 10.4.11 and installing 10.6, something I've never done. What suggestions or pointers do you have? What resources have you found helpful? I'm a novice so it can't be filled with jargon. Thanks. Arcata

You need to first determine if your iMac meets the system requirements for installing OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard.
To upgrade to Snow Leopard or install Snow Leopard for the first time, you must have a Mac with:
  An Intel processor
  An internal or external DVD drive, or DVD or CD Sharing
  At least 1 GB of RAM (additional RAM is recommended)
  A built-in display or a display connected to an Apple-supplied video card supported by your computer
  At least 5 GB of disk space available, or 7 GB of disk space if you install the developer tools
Then you need to purchase the retail install disc of OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard here.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573Z/A/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard
Then, follow the instruction in this provided link to help you install OS X 10.6
http://macs.about.com/od/snowleopardmacosx106/qt/cleaninstall_sl.htm
Good Luck!

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