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Intangible Assets - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2019 | Mar. 31, 2018
Licenses |  |
Advance payments for license acquisitions | $ (135) | $ 0
Licenses |  |
Licenses |  |
Commitment to purchase licenses | $ 249 |

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