Recording Audio Line In

Hello,
I am new to Apple Mac. I recently purchased a MacBook Pro.
Two questions related to audio recordings:
1. I would like to digitize voice recordings that I have on tape. How can I go about this using the mic in port?
2. What software do you recommend for editing and merging audio files?
Much thanks for your suggestions!
MacBook Pro   Mac OS X (10.4.7)  

WireTap: http://www.versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/25421
Audio Hijack: http://www.versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/18611

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