removing outlook icon from desk top?

[syzygykmg]

I would like to remove the outlook icon from my desk top. When I try
I get a message " ARE you sure you want to delete the outlook icon from your
desktop? The outlook desktop icon provides special functionality and we
recommend you do not remove it".
I would like to remove it with out loosing the aditional
functionality. And or does anyone know what exactly those features are that
would be lost if I do?

 

[DL]

the icon gives access to data management

 

[AnotherNewGuy]

In addition to DL's post, you wouldn't lose access to data management by
removing the shortcut from your desktop. You'd just need to go through
Control panel or Outlook. I always remove the Outlook shortcut from my
desktops with no adverse effects.