Internet explorer isnt in add/remove programs. I have windows XP if that helps??

Internet Explorer is in add/remove windows components, but doesnt fix it, and as for removing it and putting it back on, the description says : "Adds or removes access to Internet Explorer from the Start Menu and desktop"
Which just deletes the shortcuts - this is really bugging me- PLEASE HELP !!!

Ive fixed it now - thanks 4 ur help.

Because i couldnt fix the problem, i downloaded the update from microsoft.com (although i already had it installed i thought it might fix the problem) - now its all fine :0)