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INVENTORY
 12 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2025
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]  
INVENTORY INVENTORY
Inventory as of October 31, 2025 and 2024 consisted of the following:
 October 31,
 20252024
 (in millions)
Finished goods$547 $523 
Purchased parts and fabricated assemblies478 449 
Inventory$1,025 $972 

Inventory-related excess and obsolescence charges of $45 million were recorded in cost of products in both 2025 and 2024 and $40 million in 2023. We record excess and obsolete inventory charges for both inventory on our site as well as inventory at our contract manufacturers and suppliers where we have non-cancellable purchase commitments.