Unable to start Oracle Database Server : Get an error as I try to start it I just installed Oracle Database Express Edition 11g Release 2 for windows.It created a short cut icon on the desktop :



but as I click this icon I see this dialog box :



What is it ? How do I start my Oracle Database Server ?
Here are the instructions on how to start the database:
Starting Oracle Database XE

Normally you first need to start the database and then you can access it with that link. I don't remember if the database is started after you do the installation.