How do I upgrade to the new operating system from OSX 10.5.8

I have an older laptop and cannot upgrade to the new version of itunes unless I upgrade my operating system.  Can someone please tell me the steps I need to take to upgrade?

Choose About this Mac from the Apple menu and check the processor.
If it's a PowerPC Mac, it's already running the newest OS it can.
If it's an Intel Mac, click here, install the DVD, and run Software Update twice.
It isn't necessary to upgrade past 10.6.8 to use the current version of iTunes. If you upgrade the OS, back up the computer first.
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