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Income Taxes (Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Aug. 28, 2011
Aug. 29, 2010
Income Taxes  
Gross unrecognized tax benefit at beginning of year$ 83$ 80
Gross increases - current year tax positions2129
Gross increases - tax positions in prior years104
Gross decreases - tax positions in prior years(6)(1)
Settlements(1)(27)
Lapse of statute of limitations(1)(2)
Gross unrecognized tax benefit at end of year$ 106$ 83