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Revenue (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2018	Jan. 01, 2018
Capitalized contract costs	$ 16,300	$ 16,300	$ 16,296
Capitalized contract costs amortization	$ 4,666	$ 13,260
Maximum [Member]
Standard customer service agreement period		3 years
Estimated life of relevant customer relationship		5 years
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Standard customer service agreement period		1 year
Estimated life of relevant customer relationship		1 year

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Amount of amortization expense for asset recognized from cost incurred to obtain or fulfill contract with customer.

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-SubTopic 40
-Section 50
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