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Other Current and Non-Current Assets (Details Textual) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2011
Other Current and Non-Current Assets (Textual) [Abstract] |
Capitalized software impairment charge | $ 55

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