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Property and Equipment (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Jun. 30, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross $ 2,734 $ 1,925
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization (629) (450)
Property and equipment, net 2,105 1,475
Network Equipment
   
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 1,479 1,016
Land
   
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 34 34
Buildings
   
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 449 355
Leasehold Improvements
   
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 142 120
Computer software, office equipment and other
   
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 88 73
Construction in Progress
   
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross $ 542 $ 327