"With computers?" Root would be able to see laugh before it comes out of him. "I'm afraid the answer is yes. I seem to always need pointers when it comes to computers."

World War II. Soldier. He hasn't told her his full story, but the time period makes sense. Computers were just starting out — and usually only limited access.

"So far I've been relying on a man in my unit. Though-" The Cap looks around, just to check that his unit isn't within earshot. He's a little embarrassed. "-I'd like to not wear out my welcome, if possible."

Yeah. The guy with the big speech? Technology is not his thing.