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Basis of Presentation and Consolidation (Policies)
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012
Basis of Presentation and Consolidation [Abstract]  
Cost of Sales, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Cost of Sales (excluding depreciation and amortization)
Cost of sales for the Equipment Segment are primarily for equipment and materials associated with the installation of products for customers. Labor associated with installation work is not included in this category, but is included in cost of services (excluding depreciation and amortization) described below.
Cost of Services, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Cost of Services (excluding depreciation and amortization)
Cost of services includes all costs related to delivery of communication services and products for all segments. These operating costs include all costs of performing services and providing related products including engineering, customer service, billing and collections, network monitoring and transport costs.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses include direct and indirect selling expenses, advertising and all other general and administrative costs associated with the operations of the business.