Copying minidisc "files" into iTunes

I have a lot of personal music files recorded onto minidisc - killer technology at the time but pretty useless now.
Does anyone know of a way to copy these files, which I believe are strictly "linear" and must be played through unlike than files that can be copied and pasted, into iTunes?

How about connecting to computer through audio in. Playback minidisc while recording the audio using Audacity. Same process is used when getting cassette tapes into computer.
How about these.
http://www.minidisc.org/charman/mdtomp3.html
http://lifehacker.com/software/mp3/alpha-geek-how-to-digitize-cassette-tapes-222 394.php

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I have given this a lot of thought and attention over the last few days. As well, I appreciate very much your input and offers of help.
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