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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Schedule Of Accounts Payable And Accrued Liabilities) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2011
Oct. 31, 2010
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]    
Payroll and related benefits $ 238,691 $ 216,079
Other accrued liabilities 53,173 73,230
Accounts payable 6,956 16,331
Acquisition-related costs 3,356 7,210
Total $ 302,176 $ 312,850