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Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items] |
Loss Contingency, Damages Sought, Value | $ 950
Level 2 [Member] | Redeemable Preferred Stock [Member] | NBCUniversal Enterprise [Member] |
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items] |
Temporary Equity, Fair Value Of Redeemable Subsidiary Preferred Stock | $ 763

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