What is the function of confirm() in PHP and how can it be used to create a dialogue box with two buttons?

The function of confirm() in PHP is to create a dialogue box with two buttons, typically "OK" and "Cancel", to prompt the user for confirmation before proceeding with an action. This can be useful for confirming a deletion or any other irreversible action in a web application. 

<?php
if(isset($_POST['delete_button'])){
    echo '<script>if(confirm("Are you sure you want to delete this item?")){ 
             // Proceed with deletion
          } else {
             // Cancel deletion
          }</script>';
}
?>

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confirm function PHP dialogue box buttons

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