Note 3 - Revenue Recognition (Detail) - Total deferred revenue and cost (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Aug. 27, 2011	Aug. 27, 2011
Revenue deferred	$ 424	$ 1,678
Cost deferred	$ 297	$ 1,175

Cost of sales deferred during the period associated with review deferred for failure to meet SAB 104 revenue recognition criteria.

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