Restructuring charges and other facility exit costs, net (Narrative) (Details) - Fiscal 2018 Plan	3 Months Ended
Jan. 31, 2018 Position
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Expected termination of workforce, percent	13.00%
Restructuring, number of positions eliminated	1,150

The number of positions eliminated during the period as a percentage of total positions eliminated during the period in connection with the restructuring plan(s).

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