Using in-built microphone to record a track of me singing

Is this possible? Is there a way of singing at my computer and saving it into itunes?

Not using iTunes.
Check out -> Audacity.
This is what you use to record and edit.
Once you do this, Add the file to iTunes.

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unclick output mute to lisyen to platback
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TheBee,
Thanks for writing!
The built-in microphones on the camcorder are fairly similar. When you're recording music, we recommend the use of an external microphone.
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So we may better assist you, please provide a bit of information regarding the type of recordings you'll be making, the music and the setting (i.e. what kind of venue, your distance to the music, etc).
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iBook G4 Mac OS X (10.4.9)

Hi,
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And stop when finish
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Windows 7: Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder
Windows 8 & 8.1: Hold down Win key then press Q > Type Sound R in Search box
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