HT204266 I am running 10.5.8. How do I upgrade to 10.6.8?

I am running 10.5.8. How do I upgrade to 10.6.8 ?

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First, check that your computer is compatible > http://support.apple.com/kb/sp575 Then, buy Snow Leopard > http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard
After buying Snow Leopard, make a backup of your data, insert the DVD and upgrade. It will install 10.6.3, so open  > Software Update, and install 10.6.8. With this, you will have the most recent Snow Leopard version. Now you can stay with Snow Leopard or upgrade to Lion or Mountain Lion, if you want

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