The Desktop Cleanup Wizard removes unwanted shortcuts. If you don't want to use it
the Desktop Cleanup Wizzrd, then,
1) Right-click a blank area of your desktop and press Properties.
2) Select the Desktop Tab.
3) Press Customize.
4) Uncheck .....Run Desktop Cleanup Wizard every 60 days box.
5) Press okay
To restore the shortcuts you're missing -
1) Double-click the Unused Desktop Shortcuts icon to display the Unused Desktop
Shortcuts dialog.
2) Drag the shortcut you want to the desktop. If the Windows is maximized, press the
Restore Down button, next to the red Close button.
3) Close the Unused Desktop Shortcuts dialog.