Yeah, there's a difference.
A noob is someone who's, to be blunt, an idiot.
A newb is someone who's new to the game.
Just because you're new doesn't mean you're an idiot.
Looks like I'll have to whip out the ol' Tim Buckley for clarity, and a dash of humor.
http://cad-comic.com/comic.php?d=20060823
