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Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended |
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Mar. 31, 2016 USD ($) Agreement | Mar. 31, 2015 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items] |  |  |
Revenue | $ 438,451 | $ 416,908 |
ICE |  |  |
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items] |  |  |
Number of distinct multiple element arrangements | Agreement | 5 |  |
Revenue | $ 70,700 | $ 36,000 |
Deferred revenue | $ 87,300 |  | $ 94,600

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