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Revenue (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended |
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Sep. 30, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] |  |
Advanced billings, revenue recognized | $ 78 |
Lease transactions | $ 8 | $ 9
Expected timing of satisfaction period | 12 months |
Business services | Minimum |  |
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] |  |
Period of recognition | 1 year |
Business services | Maximum |  |
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] |  |
Period of recognition | 5 years |

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