Lurking for a while is what everybody should do at any forum (aside from some technical support forums of companies) before posting (which requires registration of course). So, saying it confirms the person has proceeded following good conventions. From my point of view, it has nothing to do with being a n00b. Anybody who hasn't been a member for a long time is a n00b. And some people are perma-n00bs...

And welcome, Ikepuska. You need to have strong opinions here, so don't hesitate to post, when the need arises.