13" MBP: Maximized Windows Not Utilizing Whole Screen

I have a 2011 13" Macbook Pro. If I maximize the window of any application (whether by using the green button or by dragging the lower right corner) I'm not able to use the last few pixels at the bottom of the screen.
The Desktop image goes to the bottom of the screen, but windows can not use the last 5-10 (?) pixels of the screen.
Anyone experienced this or know what's going on?
Thanks.

I see what you are saying. It looks like about 3 pixels on my 15"
I use RightZoom.app for better control and still see the pixels (desktop) at the bottom. Never really noticed this before, but rarely do I pull a window all the way to the bottom.
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