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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
6 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2011
Jun. 30, 2011
QVC [Member]
Jun. 30, 2011
Starz, LLC [Member]
Dec. 31, 2010
Starz, LLC [Member]
Jun. 30, 2011
Other Goodwill [Member]
Balance, beginning of the year $ 6,315 $ 5,363 $ 132 $ 132 $ 820
Foreign currency translation adjustments 36 36      
Other (1)       (1)
Balance, ending of the year $ 6,350 $ 5,399 $ 132 $ 132 $ 819