Actually there's an interesting fix for that.
First, you open your wallet and make sure you have a picture of Alexander Hamilton in your wallet. A pair of Abes will also do.
Second, obtain transport to Target/Walmart/Best Buy. Purchase headset w/mic.
Find your way back to your computer, hitchhike if needed. If you have to blow a trucker, that's cool, just don't tell anyone.
Finally, plug the headset into your computer and remember which key is bound to voice chat.
That should fix your chat box problem.
Love,
Maringue