v2.4.0.6
Segment Information (Narrative) (Details)
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Major Customers Percentage of Total Revenues, Minimum
10.00%
X
- Definition
Major Customers Percentage Of Total Revenues Minimum
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