Upgrading MAC OS 10.2.8

hi,
I have an Apple 12 inch Powerbook running the original 10.2.8 OS. I am also running Digidesign Pro Tools 6.0.2.
I realize that both versions are at least a couple years old and figure it would prolly be a good idea to upgrade. I would also get Garage Band when I upgrade the MAC OS because my version did not come bundled with it at the time.
So I have never did this before...I am thinking of purchasing used(original) versions on eBay. Just wondering if you can jump from the version I have to a few versions ahead as I think there's been at least a few updates since my original versions were released.
Also, if I do upgrade to both newer or latest versions does anyone know of any compatibility issues? I guess what I'm saying is what is a safe way to go about this.
any and all info would be appreciated, thanks in advance!
Powerbook 12 Mac OS X (10.2.x)

Hi Frank!
Here is some info, in addition to the excellent replies already posted.
Mac OS X Versions 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, and 10.4, are complete system upgrades that must be purchased.
Once an OS has been installed, 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 10.4.9 (Pending), can be downloaded for free.
Tiger is available for purchase at The Apple Store (U.S.).
Panther, is no longer available directly from the Apple Online Store, as Tiger 10.4.x is the most up to date OS.
If you know what to look for, a Full Retail Version, of the Panther Install CDs, or a Full Retail Version, of the Tiger Install DVD, can also be purchased rather inexpensively, at some online Apple retailers, Amazon, eBay, FastMac, etc, and AppleRescue, as previously posted.
As Allan Jones noted, be sure not to purchase grey, upgrade or machine specific CDs or DVDs.
Panther is only on CDs, not DVDs.
Unless purchased from AppleRescue, the discs should look exactly like the images in the above links, and not say Upgrade, CPU Drop-in DVD, or "This software is part of a hardware bundle purchase - not to be sold seperately.", on them.
Additional info in these links.
Using OS X Install CDs/DVDs On Multiple Macs
What's A Computer Specific Mac OS X Release
Software Update, Upgrade: What's The Difference?
Once Panther 10.3.x is installed, you can use the 10.3.9 Combo Update, to upgrade to the final version.
If your Mac meets the Tiger System Requirements, you could also consider installing that, and then use the PPC 10.4.9 Combo Update, to upgrade to the current version.
Panther System Requirements
Additional Panther System Requirements
Additionally, "Tiger ships on a DVD, but if your Mac doesn’t have a built-in DVD-ROM player, you’ll need CD media."
AppleRescue, also sells a Tiger installation set on CD.
Shop Carefully, Examine All Documentation, And I Wish You Success!
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