Recording my voice

Hi
I'm brand new to using Garage Band so completely clueless.
I want to be able to record my voice through the built-in microphone on my mac.
How do I do it?
Thanks
Lara

I, too, am new to using GarageBand and recording my voice. And have several questions.
I can record using the built in mic. But there seems to be lots of static or white noise. What settings should I use to eliminate that?
Or is that just something that can't be avoided with a built in mic?
I'm not sure if I want to get into the expense of buying a microphone and a mixer . . .
Can you help?
PowerBoook G$   Mac OS X (10.4.8)  

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