Adobe Reader corrupted my .exe files

I downloaded Adobe Reader and it changed all my program icons to Adobe icons and programs won't open.  Programs try to open in Adobe Reader as .pdf files.  Error messages says it is not a supported file type or because the file has been damaged.
My computer is less than 2 weeks old and I can't access my programs.

I've got this problem. It would'nt allow me to system restore so I've had to uneinstall it. I'v tried to re-install it twice and each time it takes over all my icons and wont allow any of my programmes to open. This means I can't print off concert tickets or anything. Did you eventualy solve the problem?

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