How do I stop Firefox from installing a shortcut to my desktop every time I restart the computer?

Even though I move it to the trash, it keeps showing up on my desktop after every restart. It's like a zombie that just won't die.

Maybe it is not Firefox that is doing that, but some security software that is restoring the desktop to its previous appearance.

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