A common name for the common cold virus is "rhinovirus." Rhinoviruses are one of the primary causes of the common cold, which encompasses a variety of mild respiratory infections. These viruses primarily spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person sneezes or coughs, as well as through direct contact with contaminated surfaces. Symptoms often include a runny nose, sore throat, coughing, and sometimes fever. While rhinovirus infections are generally mild, they can cause complications in individuals with weakened immune systems or other underlying health conditions.