This is quoted from a moderator that Created a Post called "NEWBIE README"

"Welcome to bitcointalk.org!  This thread goes over the basics of bitcoin, so I would suggest checking it out.  Look below for more info about the forums.

Newbie Restrictions
You can only post in the Newbie and Local sub-forums till you have 5 posts and at least 4 hours on the forum.  The other two restrictions are you need 1 post to be able to send a PM and 10 posts to put a link in your sig."

Guess you didnt read that thru yet

i believe you need to have a Total Time Logged At Least 4 hours, and at least 10 reply's in the newbie forum area.

Can anyone confirm that this is legit>? im kind of hesitant, has anyone here won?

Excellent can't wait to try it out! thnx