Well, I think to some people, when you are knew at something you can kinda be intimidated walking into a room of more knowlegdable people and ask "newbie" questions. Just depends on the person I guess.
You Mr. WoodRight don't seem to have that "shyness", which is a very good thing in this hobby. You can not ask too many questions or read to much in this area.
I see it all the time though with computers.. people so afraid to ask basic questions in fear of being laughed at.