Stuff on Floppies-only have CD-drive, help?

So, I'd like to re-install a program onto my iBook from the original software disks... yes they're on floppies. No, I don't want a newer version of the software because the newer version got rid of my keyboard short-cuts and doubled the size of every existing file in formatting alone. I like the simple, old program... but my iBook only has a CD drive. What's the easiest way to do this? When I bought my iBook, the reseller copied my old PowerMac HD contents onto my iBook HD, software included. I have all my original software, it's just all on floppies. Suggestions? Oh, I have 1 ethernet port, 1 port that I think is a fire wire port, and 2 USB ports. Many thanks, in advance for your time spent on this!
Brianne

ok, thanks. they make 'em for my iBook? does it have to be an Apple, or just make sure it's compatible with my OS?

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