I’ve noticed the same thing. I’ve seen some Freepers who treat noobs with such a condescending attitude for no reason, belying their own insecurities. It would be comical if it wasn’t so rude.
(not saying that happened here, but I have seen it before.)
If someone is a troll, it will be apparent soon enough.
How are we supposed to retain new posters if we scare them all away, on the first day they post?