Just changed to Lion - why don't my downloads now appear on my desktop?

Not a very savvy user here, so could use some help please.
Moved to Lion on my iMac.
Now when I download a new program it doesn't show on my desktop so that I can open and install it - have to go looking for it.
How can I make it appear on the desk top after downloading . Today it was adobe reader

Downloads are in your Downloads folder for your protection, so you know they are Downloads as it's possible to become a victim of a driveby download attack, or click a trick link.
It's best to not change this and keep the Downloads folder clear and not click on anything that appears in there unless your sure.
Mac's are increasingly being the target of trojan installs and driveby downloads taking advantage of persons like yourself that are doing what your doing.
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