Note 2 - Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-term Investments (Detail) - Gross Realized Gains and Losses From Sales of Available-For-Sale Securities (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Nov. 30, 2012
Nov. 30, 2011
Proceeds $ 1,010 $ 5,617
Realized gains 10 1
Realized losses $ 0 $ 0