Pgroonga 2 is a backend for PostgreSQL that enhances full-text search capabilities with features such as fast indexing and support for multiple languages. The document discusses various implementation options, including using FTS servers, PostgreSQL directly, or integrating FTS engines like Groonga, along with their respective advantages and disadvantages. Pgroonga 2 improves upon its predecessor with new features, performance enhancements, and a 'painless upgrade' approach for compatibility.