Commitments and Contingencies (CustomerSupport Commitments) (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2012
Commitments And Contingencies Customersupport Commitments Narrative Details
Third party customer support vendor minimum monthly commitment	$ 430,000
Third party customer support vendor maximum obligation	$ 2,200,000
Advance termination notice required, days	150

Third Part yCustomer Support Vendor Minimum Monthly Commitment

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