Why is the icloud icon not in system preferences on my Macbook Pro?

My Macbook does not have the icon for icloud in system preferences. I have the newest softeware and do not know how to set up icloud for m device if it is not listed under system preferences. Any help would be appreciated.

Mac ox 10.6.8 is the operating system so I guess it wont be in my preferences. Thanks. So I have an icloud account and email address so will my new iPhone, ipod and computer not all be in the icloud?

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