The backstory is that this guy has a cybernetic implant that allows him to communicate with the ship's computer telepathically. So maybe they can just consult him instead.
In any event, I agree that talking to a computer on screen isn't very interesting. When Iron Man talks to Jeeves it's basically comic relief.

In any event, I agree that talking to a computer on screen isn't very interesting. When Iron Man talks to Jeeves it's basically comic relief.