Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Long-Term Debt (Debt Securities That Are Not Reported At Fair Value) (Details)

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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, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Debt Instrument, Fair Value Disclosure $ 2,355 $ 2,930
Senior Notes [Member]
   
Debt Instrument, Fair Value Disclosure 0 244
Senior Debentures [Member]
   
Debt Instrument, Fair Value Disclosure 845 849
QVC Senior Secured Notes [Member]
   
Debt Instrument, Fair Value Disclosure $ 2,861 $ 2,723