Why can't i upgrade my laptop with Mavericks?

I'm trying to download Mavericks but my laptop is having none of it.  Have I missed something? Is it just for desktops? or is it living upto its name? or is it a typical mac upgrade ie meaning downgrade?

No, I get nothing at all - not even a whirring ball! nothing is downloading at all...

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