Debt (Debt Securities That Are Not Reported At Fair Value) (Details) $ in Millions	Jun. 30, 2016 USD ($)
Senior Debentures
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Fair Value of Debt Securities That Are Not Reported at Fair Value	$ 855
QVC Senior Secured Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Fair Value of Debt Securities That Are Not Reported at Fair Value	$ 3,599

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