Need a better way to resize windows

[JustInSane]

I've been spoiled with all the varieties of linux windows managers, which come with a better set of window management tools, like multiple desktops, keystroke mapping, and the ability to hold down the meta key while dragging any part of a window to resize it, or holding control while dragging to move a window.

 

It's irritating to have to mouse over to the lower right and grab on to the few pixels Apple makes available to resize - and if the corner is off the screen because the previous resolution was higher, resizing is unavailable when it's needed most.

 

Tips? I must be missing something.