Old Software disposal

What is the best way to get rid of older software now that I have upgraded to a new iMac and Running Snow Leopard I don'e seem to have any use for all the older version and the same goes for iLife.
Thanks
Dan

Or do you mean the installation discs? By all means sell them or donate them to a charity for use on older hardware. As long as the software is no longer in use on any computer you own you shouldn't be in violation of EULAs, though many stipulate that the original packaging should be included.

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