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Stock-Based Compensation (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Jan. 27, 2012	Jan. 28, 2011
Stock-Based Compensation [Abstract]
Stock-based compensation expense before tax	$ 2,462	$ 1,988
Stock-based compensation expense after tax	$ 1,615	$ 1,283

Represents the expense recognized during the period arising from equity-based compensation arrangements (for example, shares of stock, unit, stock options or other equity instruments) with employees, directors and certain consultants qualifying for treatment as employees.

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