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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule of Deferred Revenue Activity (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022
Movement in Deferred Revenue [Roll Forward] |  |
Deferred revenue— beginning of period | $ 2,913 | $ 2,382
Additions | 1,201 | 1,178
Net changes in liability for pre-existing contracts | 17 | (67)
Revenue recognized | (595) | (580)
Deferred revenue— end of period | $ 3,536 | $ 2,913

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