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Investments Held-to-Maturity (Details) (Time Deposits and Other [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2013
Time Deposits and Other [Member]
 
Schedule of Held-to-maturity Securities [Line Items]  
Held-to-maturity investments $ 6us-gaap_HeldToMaturitySecurities
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