Windows batch choice command for Windows XP & 2003

Question

Is there a way to prompt users for input (ie: Yes/No) from a Windows batch script that works on XP and Windows 2003 server? It seems some commands (ie: choice) only work on one OS and not others.

Answer 1

Use the SET command with the /P switch.

Answer 2

SET /P RESULT=Y or N?
ECHO %RESULT%