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Intangible Assets (Changes In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill) (Details)

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Intangible Assets (Changes In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012
Goodwill [Roll Forward]  
Balance, beginning of the year $ 5,978
Foreign currency translation adjustments (26)
Goodwill, Acquired During Period 33
Balance, ending of the year 5,985
QVC [Member]
 
Goodwill [Roll Forward]  
Balance, beginning of the year 5,354
Foreign currency translation adjustments (26)
Goodwill, Acquired During Period 16
Balance, ending of the year 5,344
E-commerce [Member]
 
Goodwill [Roll Forward]  
Balance, beginning of the year 624
Foreign currency translation adjustments 0
Goodwill, Acquired During Period 17
Balance, ending of the year $ 641