Connect the microphone to your computer. Several popular computer manufacturers such as Apple and Toshiba incorporate microphones into the body of the computer. If you do not have a built-in microphone, several inexpensive microphones are available for purchase through companies such as Logitech and Samson. These microphones connect to the computer using a USB cable.
Launch the software you plan on using to record your audio. Most computers include basic voice recording software such as Sound Recorder or Garage Band. If you plan on manipulating your voice using vocal effects or other mastering tools, consider purchasing a digital audio workstation such as Logic or ProTools.
Configure the settings on your computer in order to select your microphone as the designated audio input device. These options are commonly found in the system settings selection windows on your computer. Test this configuration by pressing "record" within your audio recorder and speaking into the mic. Visual representations of received sound waves should now appear within the recorder.
Record the desired material and press "stop" when you are finished. In order to place the sound file on a CD or DVD, you will need to compress your material into an acceptable audio format such as .mp3 or .AIFF. This can typically be accomplished by selecting "save as" from the main selection menu and choosing one of these formats as your designated file type.
Open the CD or DVD burning software you wish to use and insert a blank disc into your computer. Import the sound file into the burn queue for your disc using the methods listed in the documentation with your software. After burning the disc, the sound files should begin to play immediately after placing the disc in a CD or DVD player. CD and DVD burning software is almost always included within the operating system of your computer. Refer to the documentation provided with your computer to locate and use these programs.