Commitments and Contingencies Commitments and Contingencies (Details 2) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2012	Oct. 31, 2011	Oct. 31, 2010
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Net [Abstract]
Operating Leases, Rent Expense	$ 11,183	$ 12,405	$ 16,583

Rental expense incurred for leased assets including furniture and equipment which has not been recognized in costs and expenses applicable to sales and revenues; for example, cost of goods sold or other operating costs and expenses.

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