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Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Long-lived Assets by Segment) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Mar. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
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Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |
Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation | $ 1,096 | $ 1,106
QVC-U.S. |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |
Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation | 439 | 448
QVC-Japan |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |
Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation | 219 | 220
QVC-Germany |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |
Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation | 240 | 244
QVC-U.K. |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |
Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation | 127 | 129
QVC-Italy |  |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |
Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation | $ 71 | $ 65

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