Subsequent Event

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

Subsequent Events [Abstract]

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Subsequent Events

Akamai announced on April 25, 2012 that Paul Sagan, its President and Chief Executive Officer, plans to transition out of such roles by the end of 2013. The Company expects that he will continue as President and Chief Executive Officer until his successor is named.

Also on April 25, 2012, the Company announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a $150.0 million extension of its share repurchase program. This program, which will extend for twelve months beginning in May 2012, authorizes the Company to purchase up to $150.0 million shares of its common stock (see Note 8).