A question about "looting" items

The whole process of obtaining items by killing other players seems rather random. Could anybody clear it up a bit for me?

Yes, it's totally random thing

Are there any ways to increase you chances for looting items,such as,say,a attack from the back?

Are there any ways to increase you chances for looting items,such as,say,a attack from the back?

No, attacking from the back is only working for assassins if you buy a perk, and it's only about stealing money