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Long-Term Debt (Debt Securities That Are Not Reported At Fair Value) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Dec. 31, 2011
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Senior Notes [Member]
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| Senior notes, not reported at fair value | $ 324 |
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Senior Debentures [Member]
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| Senior notes, not reported at fair value | 780 |
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QVC Senior Secured Notes [Member]
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| Senior notes, not reported at fair value | $ 2,202 |
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- Definition
This item represents a financial instrument (as defined) for which it is not practicable to estimate fair value. Such disclosure may be for an individual financial instrument or a class of financial instruments. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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