Problems with Vista after disk cleanup

I have problems with my computer. I have Windows Home Basic Edition. I decided to do a disk cleanup on the computer to speed up some. After disk cleanup, all icons on the desktop disappeared. I tried to open the word processor in the start menu, but got a message saying that he had either been moved or was not valid, and the shortcut would be deleted. At this point, I have advanced and restarted my computer. Only, it wouldn't start at all. I got the Windows installation disc and crossed to repair your computer option. It took forever for a kind of diagnosis, but the started computer. My desktop background was black and a folder with my files was missing. I have received a message that my activation code is not authentic or valid. I tried to restore the computer to an earlier time, but that would take forever and doesn't not work even in safe mode. What can I do now?  I barely understand anything in this area. Thank you!

I was finally able to do a system restore and validate windows. However, all my files, including photos and important documents have been removed. Is it possible to restore these? And is there anything else I should do to prevent it happening again?

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