hmm i really have a serious problem and i know ive done everything to solve this but it really makes no sense. [b]my desktop icons are missing.[/b] before answering: i'm using vista home basic i have unchecked the Hide protected system files and Hide extensions on unknown files on the folder options inside the control panel. ive done the personalize thing and it wont show up. i need help.my dad's goin to kill me if he saw this after christmas.