How do I upgrade from OSX version 10.2.8 to anything higher?

Can anyone help me :-S
I have OSX 10.2.8 and need to upgrade to something higher so I can install newer versions of, well basically everything!
I am really stuck!
Thanks!!!

Hi spoonallen! And Welcome to Discussions!
Mac OS X Versions 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, and 10.4, are complete system upgrades that must be purchased.
The point upgrades, such as 10.1.x to 10.1.5 (Final) 10.2.x to 10.2.8 (Final), 10.3.x to 10.3.9 (Final), and 10.4.x to 10.4.5 (Pending), can be downloaded for free.
A Full Retail Version(Link), of the Panther Install CDs(Link), can be purchased rather inexpensively, at some online Apple retailers, Amazon, eBay, AppleRescue, etc.
They are no longer available directly from the "Apple Store", as "Tiger 10.4.x" is the most up to date OS.
Here are links to some on eBay, that look legit, but CAVEAT EMPTOR!
Link: USED Plus iLife!
Link:PROBABLY USED
Link: USED
Link: USED
If you do an expanded search on eBay, or Amazon, you will probably find more.
Be sure not to purchase grey, upgrade or machine specific CDs or DVDs.
Panther is only on CDs, not DVDs.
More info here Tip: Using OS X Install CDs/DVDs On Multiple Macs(Link).
Once 10.3.x is installed, you can use the 10.3.9 Combo Update(Link), to upgrade to the final edition of Panther.
If your Mac meets the Tiger system requirements(Link), you could also consider installing that, using a FULL RETAIL VERSION(Link) of the TIGER INSTALL DVD(Link).
Shop Carefully, Examine All Documention, And Good Luck!
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